QED textbook that covers QED cavity and Purcell effect

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The discussion centers on finding an introductory textbook that covers Quantum Electrodynamics (QED) cavities and the Purcell effect. Participants suggest Zangwill's "Modern Electrodynamics" as a potential resource, although there is uncertainty regarding its focus on classical electrodynamics rather than QED. The need for a basic theoretical understanding of these topics is emphasized, particularly for those not deeply versed in physics.

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Dear all,

I am looking for an introductory QED textbook (or quantum optics if not) that also covers QED cavity and Purcell effect in one of its chapters. I am not planning to extensively understand every single detail about QED cavity and Purcell effect since I am not a physicist and I don't really need to go that far. However, I would like to know the basic theoretical treatment of these effects.

Could someone recommend me a good textbook?

Thank you,
HAYAO
 
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I am not sure but I think that Purcell effect is covered is Zangwill's textbook, funny you mention it I think I glossed over this topic yesterday.
 
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MathematicalPhysicist said:
I am not sure but I think that Purcell effect is covered is Zangwill's textbook, funny you mention it I think I glossed over this topic yesterday.
Thank you, but I think Zangwill's textbook (Modern Electrodynamics?) is mainly classical electrodynamics...
 

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