Solutions to problems in Weinberg's books on QFT

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This discussion centers on the lack of published solutions for the problems presented in Steven Weinberg's books on Quantum Field Theory (QFT). Participants note that Weinberg did not design these books as traditional textbooks, implying that many problems may resemble research projects rather than standard exercises. The conversation highlights the challenges faced by students and researchers in finding guidance for these complex problems.

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  • Explore alternative resources for QFT problem-solving, such as "Quantum Field Theory for the Gifted Amateur" by Lancaster and Blundell
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This discussion is beneficial for graduate students, theoretical physicists, and educators seeking deeper insights into Quantum Field Theory and its associated problem sets.

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Does someone have solutions to Weinberg's books on QFT which he care to share with me?
 
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To my knowledge he didn't intend them to be textbooks for university studies, hence he's not published the solutions.
 
If I read it between the lines well, it means some of the problems (if not all of them?!) are research projects type of problems, correct me if I am wrong dexter?
 

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