Statistical Physics Books: Reif, Kittel & More

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The discussion centers around the search for a modern and formal textbook on statistical physics, as the original recommendations of Reif and Kittel are considered outdated and less formal. The inquiry seeks alternatives that maintain similar content but with a more rigorous mathematical approach. A suggestion is made to consider "Statistical Physics" by Landau and Lifgarbagez, which may meet the criteria for a more formal and contemporary resource. The conversation highlights the importance of clarity and mathematical rigor in the study of statistical physics.
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Hi there,
I'm searching for a good book for statistical physics.

Professor as told us that the bibliography was Reif or Kittel (thermal physics)

However, both are a little bit old, and some not very formal. I'm wondering if something more formal, more recent, with more or less the same content of Kittel or Rief.

Thank you very much,
littlepig
 
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What do you mean by 'formal'?
 
Like for instance Jackson for electrodynamics. It may be a little more difficult because the things are made in a good mathematic base with formal language.

Thanks for the quick response. :)
 
Have you tried 'Statistical Physics' by Landau and Lifgarbagez?
 
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