Recommended UG Level Texts for Solid-State Physics Reference

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For undergraduate-level solid-state physics, Ashcroft and Mermin is widely recognized as the standard textbook, serving both as a reference and a learning resource. It is suggested that a foundational understanding of quantum mechanics (QM) is necessary, and some knowledge of group theory can also be beneficial. For those looking to advance beyond the basics, additional texts that assume a working knowledge of QM are recommended. It is advisable to explore existing threads for further discussions on suitable books for solid-state physics.
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Anyone have any suggestions, what books are suitable for an UG level text on Solid-State Physics? I would like to have a book for reference, as when I was studying it, we didn't study based on any book.
 
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Is this just for reference or for learning as well? Should it require knowledge of QM? What about group theory?
 
A bit of both would be handy.
 
Ashcroft and Mermin is the standard at the UG level, for better or for worse.
 

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