Statistical physics and unfounded arguments

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Completing Weinberg's course in Quantum Field Theory (QFT) has led to difficulties in understanding statistical physics, particularly in Landau & Lifshitz's book, which is perceived as having unfounded arguments. This raises concerns about whether this struggle is a negative indicator of comprehension. The discussion seeks to explore if it's feasible to approach statistical physics from a field theory perspective. Recommendations for suitable books that bridge these concepts are requested. Overall, the inquiry highlights the challenge of transitioning from QFT to statistical physics.
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Hello everybody.
I've recently finished work through Weinberg's course in QFT which made my understanding of theoretical physics quite peculiar. For example, I can't understand statistical physics from Landau&Lifshitz book at all as there are a lot of unfounded arguments. I wonder firstly is it a bad sign and secondly is it possible to start study statistical physics from a FT point of view? Can anybody recommend me appropriate books?
 
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I think I should change "unfounded" by "not sufficiently founded in my opinion".
 

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