Table of Contents

Preface; 1. Introduction and motivations; 2. Symmetries in quantum field theory: I. Manifest; 3. Gauge fields and the gauge principle; 4. Quantisation of vector fields: I. Massless; 5. Quantisation of vector fields: II. Massive; 6. Symmetry in quantum field theory: II. Hidden; 7. Theory of weak and electromagnetic interactions; 8. Renormalisation matters; References; Index.

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In this short book Dr Aitchison gives an introduction to quantum electrodynamics, a knowledge of which is essential in understanding modern particle physics.

Reviews

'Aitchison's clear exposition of many difficult concepts will be hard to better.' Physics Bulletin 'A beautifully written book and a pleasure to read.' New Scientist 'This book fulfils its aim in being an attractive complement to more extensive theoretical texts.' Contemporary Physics 'Any thinking theoretical physicist should benefit from reading this book.' British Book News