Solid State Physics Book for BS Hons Course

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The discussion revolves around recommendations for a Solid State Physics textbook suitable for a Bachelor of Science Honors course. Participants share their experiences and preferences regarding various texts in the field.

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants recommend "Ashcroft and Mermin" as a solid choice, citing its long-standing use in the field.
  • Others express familiarity with "Ashcroft and Mermin" from decades ago, indicating a lack of knowledge about more recent publications.
  • One participant suggests "Kittel" as potentially better for introductory purposes, noting that its chapters are somewhat self-sufficient.
  • Another participant mentions "Yu and Cardona" as their favorite, highlighting its up-to-date content and coverage of topics not included in "Ashcroft and Mermin."
  • "Grosso and Parravicini" is also proposed as a recommendation by one participant.

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Participants express differing opinions on the best textbook, with multiple competing views on which books are most suitable for the course. No consensus is reached on a single recommended text.

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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.
 
Grosso and Parravicini
 
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