High Energy What is the level of Aitchison & Hey's QFT books?

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The discussion centers on the two-volume set "Gauge Theories in Particle Physics" by Aitchison and Hey, comparing its complexity and content to other well-known textbooks like Griffiths, Thomson, Peskin & Schroeder, and Schwartz. It is noted that Aitchison & Hey may present a higher level of difficulty than Griffiths or Thomson. However, they are considered to be roughly equivalent to Peskin & Schroeder and Schwartz in terms of academic rigor. The choice of textbook ultimately depends on the specific needs and preferences of the student, as each text offers valuable insights into field theory. Key topics that might be missed when opting for Aitchison & Hey over Peskin & Schroeder are subjective and vary based on the student's focus in the field.
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I'm talking about their two volume set titled "Gauge Theories in Particle Physics". Amazon links:

Volume 1

Volume 2

From looking at the books, it seems that the level is higher compared to Griffiths or Thomson. But, how does it compare to textbooks like Peskin & Schroeder or Schwartz?

What important topics(if any) would a field theory graduate student be missing if they studied out of Aitchison & Hey instead of say Peskin & Schroeder?
 
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I'd say they're roughly at the same level. What you miss out on depends on what you want to do with it. (I'm more familiar with P&S and Schwartz.) But looking at the content I'd say they're all good; just see which style suits you best.
 

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