Solid State Solid State Physics Book for BS Hons Course

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For a Bachelor of Science Honors course in Solid State Physics, "Ashcroft and Mermin" is highly recommended, although some users note it may feel dated. "Kittel" is suggested as a more accessible introductory text with self-sufficient chapters. "Yu and Cardona" is favored for its up-to-date content and comprehensive coverage, addressing topics not included in Ashcroft and Mermin. "Grosso and Parravicini" is also mentioned as a potential resource.
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Can you recommend a book of Solid State Physics for BS Hons course?
 
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Ashcroft and Mermin
 
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I second Ashcroft and Mermin. But I am unfamiliar with recent books. I used Ashcroft and Mermin > 35 years ago
 
Kittel: somewhat better for an intro, at least the chapters are self sufficient to some extent.

Yu and Cardona is my favorite, up to date and includes all the stuff Ashcroft and Mermin do not cover.
 
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