Solid State Physics: Charles Kittel vs. Ashcroft

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The discussion centers around the suitability of textbooks for an undergraduate course in Introductory Solid State Physics. The student expresses concern over the negative reviews of Charles Kittel's book, which is assigned by the instructor, and is considering Ashcroft's book, which has received positive feedback. Key points include inquiries about the similarities in content between Kittel and Ashcroft's books, and whether Ashcroft's book is appropriate for beginners in solid state physics. Additionally, a recommendation is made for Dekker's book, noted for its effectiveness for both undergraduate and graduate students, suggesting it may be a better option for novices in the subject.
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Hello everyone,
I am an undergraduate student and this year I am going to study Introductory Solid State Physics. My instructor has assigned us book of Charles Kittel. But the book has got terrible reviews on amazon. So I fear purchasing it. However there is an another book by Ashcroft that has got pretty good reviews. My question is:
1. Are these two books similar that is do they cover same material.
2. As I am totally novice in solid state physics, are these books especially Ashcroft's book, suitable for me. (I have sufficient background).
Thank you.
 
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for solid state physics prefer dekker it is so good for the beginner
 
sanghera.jas said:
hello everyone,
i am an undergraduate student and this year i am going to study introductory solid state physics. My instructor has assigned us book of charles kittel. But the book has got terrible reviews on amazon. So i fear purchasing it. However there is an another book by ashcroft that has got pretty good reviews. My question is:
1. Are these two books similar that is do they cover same material.
2. As i am totally novice in solid state physics, are these books especially ashcroft's book, suitable for me. (i have sufficient background).
Thank you.

hai i would suggest you solid state physics by dekker it is so good for under graduate students as well as graduate students.
 
physicsdoubts said:
for solid state physics prefer dekker it is so good for the beginner
Thank you.
 

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