Where can I find a good account of functional methods in QFT?

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The discussion centers on the need for a comprehensive understanding of functional methods in Quantum Field Theory (QFT). A recommended resource is the Dover book by Steven Schulman titled "Techniques and Applications of Path Integration," which covers essential theoretical aspects of functional methods. This book is deemed thorough and suitable for those seeking to enhance their grasp of QFT through functional techniques.

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  • Knowledge of path integrals and their applications
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I'd like to be as familiar with functional methods as with calculus. Otherwise I always fell not to grasp QFT comprehensively.

Any help is much appreciated!
 
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There's a very good Dover book by Schulman called "Techniques and Applications of Path Integration". It's pretty thorough and has most of the stuff about functional methods you might need, at least from the theory standpoint.
 
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