Description: Quantum Field Theory in Curved Spacetime and Black Hole Thermodynamics, Paperback by Wald, Robert M. (EDT), ISBN 0226870278, ISBN-13 9780226870274, Like New Used, Free P&P in the UK In this book, Robert Wald provides a coherent, pedagogical introduction to the formulation of quantum field theory in curved spacetime. He begins with a treatment of the ordinary one-dimensional quantum harmonic oscillator, progresses through the construction of quantum field theory in flat spacetime to possible constructions of quantum field theory in curved spacetime, and, ultimately, to an algebraic formulation of the theory. In his presentation, Wald disentangles essential features of the theory from inessential ones (such as a particle interpretation) and clarifies relationships between various approaches to the formulation of the theory. He also provides a comprehensive, up-to-date account of the Unruh effect, the Hawking effect, and some of its ramifications. In particular, the subject of black hole thermodynamics, which remains an active area of research, is treated in depth. This book will be accessible to students and researchers who have had introductory courses in general relativity and quantum field theory, and will be of interest to scientists in general relativity and related fields.
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Book Title: Quantum Field Theory in Curved Spacetime and Black Hole Thermodyn
Number of Pages: 220 Pages
Language: English
Publication Name: Quantum Field Theory in Curved Spacetime and Black Hole Thermodynamics
Publisher: T.H.E. University of Chicago Press
Publication Year: 1994
Subject: Physics
Item Height: 230 mm
Item Weight: 338 g
Type: Textbook
Author: Robert M. Wald
Series: Chicago Lectures in Physics CLP (CHUP)
Item Width: 152 mm
Format: Paperback
