Kadanoff, Leo P.
Statistical Physics: Statics, Dynamics and Renormalization
- ISBN 13:
- 9789810237646
- author:
- Kadanoff, Leo P.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- World Scientific Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2000
- Pages:
- 500
- Dimensions:
- 25.9 x 19 x 3 cm
- Genre:
- Statistical physics
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
Statistical Physics: A Comprehensive Approach to Statics, Dynamics and Renormalization by Leo P. Kadanoff. This graduate-level textbook presents a progression from introductory topics in statistical physics to advanced research-level material. It covers critical behavior, self-organized criticality, diffusion-limited aggregation, correlations near critical points, real-space renormalization group, and magnetic behavior in plain geometry. The author has also included some of his own research papers. The book's structure allows readers to build their knowledge from the basics to more specialized topics. It includes a selection of classic papers in the field, providing a wealth of information on key areas of statistical physics. With 483 pages, this paperback edition is an invaluable resource for those seeking a detailed understanding of these complex subjects.