A concise, up-to-date introduction to modern string theory for graduate students, beginning from the theory's basic principles and definitions and guiding the student through most classic and modern topics in the field.
Elias Kiritsis is director of research at the French National Center for Scientific Research and professor of physics at the University of Crete.
Praise for the previous edition:“What sets this book apart from
other recent and older texts on string theory is that, while
providing the level of detail in the derivation of all central
results that is necessary for an introductory textbook, Kiritsis
maintains a brisk and steady pace, and also includes a colloquial
discussion of new concepts at the beginning of every
section.”—Johannes Walcher, Mathematical Reviews
“This textbook on string theory presents the state of the art of
this quickly developing topic.”—Hans-Jürgen Schmidt, Zentralblatt
MATH
“An excellent reference for any graduate student interested in
string theory. Kiritsis succinctly describes many of the recent
developments that are necessary background to current
research.”—Juan Maldacena, Institute for Advanced Study
“There is a definite need for a short, speedy introduction to
modern string theory. Kiritsis beautifully fills this gap—including
all essential areas, but remaining relatively concise, so that a
beginning student can work through the entire text.”—Andrew
Strominger, Harvard University
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