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The discussion centers on the best mathematical book to accompany David Bohm's "Quantum Theory." Participants recommend V.I. Arnold's "Mathematical Methods of Classical Mechanics" as an essential resource. This book covers classical mechanics in depth, including the Jacobi-Hamilton formulation, which is crucial for understanding advanced quantum mechanics concepts. Familiarity with Schrödinger's equation is also emphasized as a prerequisite for effectively utilizing Arnold's text.

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  • Familiarity with Schrödinger's equation
  • Understanding of Hamilton's equations
  • Basic knowledge of classical mechanics
  • Concepts of the Jacobi-Hamilton formulation
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  • Read V.I. Arnold's "Mathematical Methods of Classical Mechanics"
  • Study advanced topics in classical mechanics
  • Explore the relationship between classical mechanics and quantum mechanics
  • Investigate other resources on Hamiltonian dynamics
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Students and researchers in physics, particularly those focusing on quantum mechanics and classical mechanics, will benefit from this discussion.

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Quantum Theory?

Math book that is. TIA! :)
 
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You will need a good book in classical mechanics, one that goes beyond Hamilton's equations into the Jacobi-Hamilton formulation.

I think V.I. Arnold's "Mathematical Methods of Classical Mechanics" will have everything you need, if you are already familiar with how to treat Schrödinger's equation.
 

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