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Contents LATEST TITLES

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Gravity’s Fatal Attraction

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Foundations of Astrophysics

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Modern Classical Mechanics

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Essential Statistical Physics

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ASTRONOMY AND PLANETARY SCIENCE

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The Cosmos

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Fundamental Planetary Science

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An Introduction to Astrobiology

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An Introduction to the Solar System

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To Measure the Sky

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ASTROPHYSICS 6 Introduction to Galaxy Formation and Evolution

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Stars and Stellar Processes

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An Introduction to Modern Astrophysics

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BIOPHYSICS 6 Methods in Molecular Biophysics

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CONDENSED MATTER PHYSICS

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Modern Condensed Matter Physics

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Fundamentals of Condensed Matter Physics

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Solid State Physics

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Quantum Theory of Materials

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Physics of Electronic Materials

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COSMOLOGY, RELATIVITY AND GRAVITATION

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Spacetime and Geometry

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Modern General Relativity

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A First Course in General Relativity

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A Student’s Manual for A First Course in General Relativity

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Gravitational Lensing

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GENERAL, CLASSICAL AND MATHEMATICAL PHYSICS

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Introduction to Electrodynamics

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The Physics of Energy

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Physical Mathematics

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Mathematical Methods for Physics and Engineering

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NETWORK SCIENCE

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Network Science

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A First Course in Network Science

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NUCLEAR AND PARTICLE PHYSICS

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Elementary Particle Physics

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Foundations of Nuclear and Particle Physics

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Modern Elementary Particle Physics

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Optics 9 Introduction to Optics

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QUANTUM PHYSICS

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Introduction to Quantum Field Theory

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Quantum Field Theory

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Modern Classical Mechanics T. M. Helliwell V. V. Sahakian

Gravity’s Fatal Attraction

Foundations of Astrophysics

Modern Classical Mechanics

Third edition Jun John Sakurai Jim Napolitano

Black Holes in the Universe Third edition Mitchell Begelman and Martin Rees

Barbara Ryden and Bradley M. Peterson

T. M. Helliwell and V. V. Sahakian

A comprehensive and engaging textbook, providing a graduate-level, non-historical, modern introduction of quantum mechanical concepts.

This lavishly illustrated text, by two leading experts, presents all the current evidence for black holes and their cosmic context.

A contemporary and complete introduction to astrophysics for astronomy and physics majors taking a two-semester survey course.

Presents classical mechanics as a thriving field with strong connections to modern physics, with numerous worked examples and homework problems.

August 2020 246 x 189 mm c.608pp 16 colour illus.

978-1-108-83195-6 Hardback £59.99 / US$79.99 X

November 2020 978-1-108-83497-1 Hardback £54.99 / US$69.99 X

Fundamental Planetary Science

An Introduction to Astrobiology

Physics, Chemistry and Habitability Jack J. Lissauer and Imke de Pater

Third edition Edited by David A. Rothery Iain Gilmour and Mark A. Sephton

LATEST TITLES

Modern Quantum Mechanics

October 2020 246 x 189 mm c.650pp 978-1-108-47322-4 Hardback £59.99 / US$77.99 X

Essential Statistical Physics Malcolm P. Kennett

Delivers a clear and concise exposition of key topics in statistical physics, accompanied by detailed derivations and practice problems.

July 2020 246 x 189 mm 260pp 78 b/w illus.

978-1-108-48078-9 Hardback £29.99 / US$38.99 X

November 2020 246 x 189 mm c.350pp 978-1-108-81905-3 Paperback £24.99 / US$31.99 X

ASTRONOMY AND PLANETARY SCIENCE

The Cosmos Astronomy in the New Millennium Fifth edition Jay M. Pasachoff and Alex Filippenko

Explains the fundamentals of astronomy together with the hottest current topics in this field, such as exoplanets and gravitational waves.

July 2019 276 x 219 mm 732pp 409 b/w illus. 739 colour illus. 5 maps 978-1-108-43138-5 Paperback £59.99 / US$79.99 X

A quantitative introduction to planetary science for advanced undergraduates, including planet formation, exoplanets and planetary habitability.

July 2019 247 x 187 mm 650pp 300 b/w illus. 32 colour illus. 200 exercises 978-1-108-41198-1 Paperback £49.99 / US$64.99 X

This updated third edition explores the origin and nature of life, habitable environments in our solar system and exoplanet discoveries.

March 2018 263 x 210 mm 398pp 200 colour illus. 68 exercises 978-1-108-43083-8 Paperback £44.99 / US$59.99 X

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An Introduction to the Solar System Third edition Edited by David A. Rothery Neil McBride and Iain Gilmour

Updated third edition introduces undergraduates to the Solar System’s bodies, the processes upon and within them, and their origins and evolution.

January 2018 263 x 210 mm 440pp 328 colour illus. 96 exercises 978-1-108-43084-5 Paperback £44.99 / US$59.99 X

An Introduction to Modern Astrophysics Second edition Bradley W. Carroll and Dale A. Ostlie

A comprehensive and engaging textbook, covering the entire astrophysics curriculum in one volume.

September 2017 246 x 189 mm 1359pp 978-1-108-42216-1 Hardback £75.00 / US$99.99 X

To Measure the Sky

Stars and Stellar Processes

ASTROPHYSICS

An Introduction to Observational Astronomy Second edition Frederick R. Chromey

Introduction to Galaxy Formation and Evolution

A quantitative yet accessible undergraduate introduction to the collection and analysis of observational data in optical and infrared astronomy.

From Primordial Gas to Present-Day Galaxies Andrea Cimatti, Filippo Fraternali and Carlo Nipoti

October 2016 246 x 189 mm 472pp 274 b/w illus.

978-1-107-57256-0 Paperback £49.99 / US$64.99 X

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Mike Guidry

Presents the physics of stars in relation to modern topics such as neutrino oscillations, supernovae, black holes, and gravitational waves.

February 2019 246 x 189 mm 572pp 253 b/w illus.

978-1-107-19788-6 Hardback £54.99 / US$69.99 X

A comprehensive examination of nearly fourteen billion years of galaxy formation and evolution, from primordial gas to present-day galaxies.

October 2019 246 x 189 mm 582pp 245 b/w illus.

978-1-107-13476-8 Hardback £54.99 / US$69.99 X

BIOPHYSICS

CONDENSED MATTER PHYSICS

Methods in Molecular Biophysics Modern Condensed Structure, Dynamics, Function Matter Physics for Biology and Medicine Second edition Nathan R. Zaccai, Igor N. Serdyuk and Joseph Zaccai

A comprehensive graduate textbook explaining key physical methods in biology, reflecting the very latest research in this fast-moving field.

May 2017 276 x 219 mm 702pp 825 b/w illus.

978-1-107-05637-4 Hardback £54.99 / US$69.99 X

Steven M. Girvin and Kun Yang

Comprehensive and accessible coverage from the basics to advanced topics in modern quantum condensed matter physics.

February 2019 246 x 189 mm 714pp 247 b/w illus. 2 tables 978-1-107-13739-4 Hardback £59.99 / US$79.99 X

Fundamentals of Condensed Matter Physics Marvin L. Cohen and Steven G. Louie

Covering all the central areas and contemporary topics of this diverse field, Fundamentals of Condensed Matter Physics is a much-needed textbook for graduate students.

May 2016 246 x 189 mm 460pp 246 b/w illus. 9 tables 100 exercises 978-0-521-51331-9 Hardback £55.99 / US$74.99 X

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Solid State Physics Essential Concepts Second edition David W. Snoke

Quantum Theory of Materials Efthimios Kaxiras and John D. Joannopoulos

Physics of Electronic Materials Principles and Applications Jørgen Rammer

Focuses on the essential concepts needed for an intuitive understanding of modern solid state theory and its experimental applications.

An accessible overview of the concepts and tools essential to the physics of materials, with applications, exercises, and color figures.

November 2019 246 x 189 mm 765pp 265 b/w illus. 270 exercises 978-1-107-19198-3 Hardback £64.99 / US$84.99 X

June 2019 246 x 189 mm 674pp 242 colour illus. 45 tables 125 exercises 978-0-521-11711-1 Hardback £64.99 / US$89.99 X

Modern General Relativity

Introduction to Cosmology

A First Course in General Relativity

Black Holes, Gravitational Waves, and Cosmology Mike Guidry

Second edition Barbara Ryden

Second edition Bernard Schutz

A substantial update of this award-winning and highly regarded cosmology textbook, for advanced undergraduates in physics and astronomy.

Second edition of a widelyused textbook providing the first step into general relativity for undergraduate students with minimal mathematical background.

Introduces the physics of general relativity in relation to modern topics such as gamma-ray bursts, black holes, and gravitational waves.

January 2019 246 x 189 mm 622pp 1500 b/w illus.

978-1-107-19789-3 Hardback £49.99 / US$69.99 X

November 2016 247 x 174 mm 276pp 75 b/w illus. 5 tables 978-1-107-15483-4 Hardback £39.99 / US$51.99 X

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A comprehensive textbook explaining the physics of electronic materials and describing numerous practical applications of electronic devices.

March 2017 246 x 189 mm 450pp 276 b/w illus.

978-1-107-08494-0 Hardback £55.99 / US$72.99 X

May 2009 246 x 189 mm 406pp 1 b/w illus. 327 exercises 978-0-521-88705-2 Hardback £46.99 / US$69.99 X

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COSMOLOGY, RELATIVITY AND GRAVITATION

Spacetime and Geometry An Introduction to General Relativity Sean M. Carroll

An accessible introductory textbook on general relativity, covering the theory’s foundations, mathematical formalism and major applications.

August 2019 246 x 189 mm 516pp 108 b/w illus.

978-1-108-48839-6 Hardback £49.99 / US$64.99 X

A Student’s Manual for A First Course in General Relativity Robert B. Scott

The only solutions manual providing students with comprehensive cross-referenced solutions to Bernard Schutz’s A First Course in General Relativity.

January 2016 246 x 189 mm 370pp 12 b/w illus. 5 tables 63 exercises 978-1-107-63857-0 Paperback £19.99 / US$25.99 X

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Gravitational Lensing Scott Dodelson

This book presents the basics of gravitational lensing, accessible to students and researchers with a wide range of backgrounds.

June 2017 247 x 174 mm 234pp 87 b/w illus. 14 colour illus.

978-1-107-12976-4 Hardback £39.99 / US$50.99 X

GENERAL, CLASSICAL AND MATHEMATICAL PHYSICS

Introduction to Electrodynamics Fourth edition David J. Griffiths

This is a re-issued and affordable printing of the widely used undergraduate electrodynamics textbook.

June 2017 234 x 191 mm 620pp 453 b/w illus. 11 tables 978-1-108-42041-9 Hardback £54.99 / US$70.99 X

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The Physics of Energy

Physical Mathematics

Robert L. Jaffe and Washington Taylor

Second edition Kevin Cahill

A comprehensive and unified introduction to the science of energy sources, uses, and systems for students, scientists, engineers, and professionals.

With examples drawn from contemporary physics this book clearly explains the mathematics graduate students need to succeed in their courses.

January 2018 279 x 219 mm 894pp 600 b/w illus. 100 colour illus.

978-1-107-01665-1 Hardback £59.99 / US$79.99 X

August 2019 247 x 174 mm 778pp 71 b/w illus. 465 exercises 978-1-108-47003-2 Hardback £64.99 / US$84.99 X

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Mathematics for Physicists Introductory Concepts and Methods Alexander Altland and Jan von Delft

Introduces fundamental concepts and computational methods of mathematics from the perspective of physicists.

February 2019 246 x 189 mm 720pp 313 b/w illus.

978-1-108-47122-0 Hardback £39.99 / US$52.99 X

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Mathematical Methods for Physics and Engineering

Network Science

A Comprehensive Guide Third edition K. F. Riley, M. P. Hobson and S. J. Bence

Illustrated throughout in full colour, this pioneering text is the only book you need for an introduction to network science.

This highly acclaimed undergraduate textbook teaches all the mathematics for undergraduate courses in the physical sciences.

July 2016 246 x 189 mm 475pp 371 colour illus. 12 tables 30 exercises 978-1-107-07626-6 Hardback £41.99 / US$54.99 X

NETWORK SCIENCE Albert-László Barabási With Márton Pósfai

A First Course in Network Science Filippo Menczer Santo Fortunato and Clayton A. Davis

A practical introduction to network science for students across business, cognitive science, neuroscience, sociology, biology, engineering and other disciplines.

January 2020 246 x 189 mm c.300pp 131 b/w illus. 131 colour illus.

978-1-108-47113-8 Hardback £34.99 / US$44.99 X

March 2006 247 x 174 mm 1359pp 235 b/w illus. 820 exercises 978-0-521-67971-8 Paperback £39.99 / US$72.99 X

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NUCLEAR AND PARTICLE PHYSICS

Elementary Particle Physics An Intuitive Introduction Andrew J. Larkoski

Introduces the fundamentals of particle physics with a focus on modern developments and an intuitive physical interpretation of results.

May 2019 253 x 203 mm 506pp 92 b/w illus. 7 tables 127 exercises 978-1-108-49698-8 Hardback £44.99 / US$59.99 X

QUANTUM PHYSICS

Introduction to Quantum Mechanics Third edition David J. Griffiths and Darrell F. Schroeter

A clear and accessible introduction to theory and applications of quantum mechanics for junior/ senior undergraduate students of physics.

Foundations of Nuclear and Particle Physics

Modern Elementary Particle Physics

T. William Donnelly Joseph A. Formaggio Barry R. Holstein Richard G. Milner and Bernd Surrow

Explaining and Extending the Standard Model Second edition Gordon Kane

This textbook brings together nuclear and particle physics, balancing theoretical and experimental perspectives for graduates and upper undergraduates.

April 2017 246 x 189 mm 658pp 978-0-521-76511-4 Hardback £65.99 / US$86.99 X

An updated edition on the now completed Structural Model, providing an invaluable synthesis of cutting-edge research for students and scientists.

February 2017 246 x 189 mm 240pp 50 b/w illus.

978-1-107-16508-3 Hardback £45.99 / US$59.99 X

Quantum Computation and Quantum Information

Introduction to Quantum Field Theory

10th Anniversary Edition Michael A. Nielsen and Isaac L. Chuang

A comprehensive, graduate-level textbook introducing quantum field theory, giving equal emphasis to operator and path integral formalisms.

This 10th anniversary edition includes an introduction from the authors setting the work in context.

August 2018 246 x 189 mm 508pp 978-1-107-18963-8 Hardback £54.99 / US$74.99 X

December 2010 247 x 174 mm 702pp 200 b/w illus. 10 tables 598 exercises 978-1-107-00217-3 Hardback £56.99 / US$74.99 X

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OPTICS

Introduction to Optics Third edition Frank L. Pedrotti Leno M. Pedrotti and Leno S. Pedrotti

A comprehensive and engaging textbook, covering the main areas of optics and its modern applications.

December 2017 279 x 216 mm 658pp 978-1-108-42826-2 Hardback £49.99 / US$64.99 X

Horatiu Nastase

October 2019 246 x 189 mm 730pp 5 b/w illus.

978-1-108-49399-4 Hardback £59.99 / US$79.99 X

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Quantum Field Theory From Basics to Modern Topics François Gelis

A rigorous and self-contained text reviewing the fundamentals of quantum field theory and exploring advanced topics and modern techniques.

July 2019 246 x 189 mm 608pp 100 b/w illus. 5 tables 184 exercises 978-1-108-48090-1 Hardback £59.99 / US$79.99 X

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