Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around recommendations for books in solid state and condensed matter physics, with a specific interest in texts that emphasize experimental aspects over theoretical content.
Discussion Character
- Exploratory, Debate/contested
Main Points Raised
- One participant requests recommendations for books that focus more on experimental solid state physics, aside from well-known texts like Kittel and Ashcroft.
- Another participant suggests the "Advances in Solid State Physics" series, noting its extensive coverage of various topics and the inclusion of experimental results, though the term "excited book" is questioned.
- A third participant recommends "The Oxford Solid State Basics" by Steven H. Simon, mentioning that while it includes experimental content, it does not prioritize it over theory, as both are interwoven.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants do not reach a consensus on what constitutes an "excited book" or on the balance of experimental versus theoretical content in the recommended texts.
Contextual Notes
There is ambiguity regarding the definition of "excited book," and the recommendations vary in their emphasis on experimental versus theoretical aspects, which may depend on individual interpretations.
Who May Find This Useful
Readers interested in solid state and condensed matter physics, particularly those seeking resources that may emphasize experimental approaches.