Methods in Theoretical Quantum Optics

by Stephen M. Barnett, Paul M. Radmore

Methods in theoretical quantum optics is aimed at those readers who already have some knowledge of mathematical methods and have also been introduced to the basic ideas if quantum optics. This book is ideal for students who have already explored the basics of the quantum theory of light and are seeking to acquire the mathematical skills used in real problems. This book is not primarily about the physics of quantum optics, but rather presents the mathematical methods widely used by workers in this field. There is no comparable book which covers either the range or the depth of mathematical techniques.

292 pages, Paperback

First published September 11, 1997

Reviews

[Brian · Rating 2 out of 5]

This is an all right book I guess. Nothing special...although I expected something more. This is rather introductory, and nothing particularly insightful (lots of steps are carried out, and only brief dialogue). It's probably on the same level as Gerry & Knight's book (maybe slightly simpler), although Barnett does a better job at explaining dissipation and Master equations (although to be fair, the Gerry & Knight's book is absolutely horrible at that).