Recommend any good Condensed Matter Physics books please?

[Brynjolf]

Hi all. Can anyone please recommend me a good undergraduate level Condensed Matter Physics book that has a number of examples and concise explanations rather than walls of texts? It should cover typical topics such as scattering, magnetism etc. I apologize if this may strike a nerve with Condensed Matter purists: I have tried to go over books by Kittel, Ashcroft/Mermin, Dove, etc but I simply couldn't really get into them and struggled unfortunately.

 

[atyy]

https://www.amazon.com/dp/0521523397/?tag=pfamazon01-20
https://www.amazon.com/dp/0691140162/?tag=pfamazon01-20

 

[DrDu]

Only in German: Hellwege, Einfuehrung in die Festkoerperphysik
contains many examples especially on magnetism.

http://www.amazon.com/dp/3642734189/?tag=pfamazon01-20

 

[JPKelly6]

How is Solid Stae Physics by Phillip Hoffman?

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B006H31NT6/?tag=pfamazon01-20

 

[rezeew]

Hello,

Thank you for reaching out for book recommendations on Condensed Matter Physics. I understand your struggle in finding a textbook that suits your learning style and I would be happy to suggest some options for you.

One book that I have found to be very helpful in explaining concepts concisely and with plenty of examples is "Introduction to Solid State Physics" by Charles Kittel. This book covers a wide range of topics including scattering, magnetism, and many others. It is written at an undergraduate level and is known for its clear explanations and numerous solved problems.

Another option is "Solid State Physics" by Neil Ashcroft and David Mermin. This book is also written at an undergraduate level and has a focus on the fundamental principles of solid state physics. It has a good balance between theory and applications, and also includes many examples and exercises.

If you are looking for a more visual approach, "Condensed Matter in a Nutshell" by Gerald D. Mahan is a great option. This book uses diagrams, graphs, and illustrations to explain concepts and is known for its clear and concise writing style.

I hope these recommendations are helpful to you in finding a Condensed Matter Physics book that suits your needs. Best of luck in your studies!