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Quantum Field Theory in Curved Spacetime and Black Hole Thermodynamics Paperback - 1994 - 1st Edition

by Robert M. Wald


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In this book, Robert Wald provides a coherent, pedagogical introduction to the formulation of quantum field theory in curved spacetime. He begins with a treatment of the ordinary one-dimensional quantum harmonic oscillator, progresses through the construction of quantum field theory in flat spacetime to possible constructions of quantum field theory in curved spacetime, and, ultimately, to an algebraic formulation of the theory. In his presentation, Wald disentangles essential features of the theory from inessential ones (such as a particle interpretation) and clarifies relationships between various approaches to the formulation of the theory. He also provides a comprehensive, up-to-date account of the Unruh effect, the Hawking effect, and some of its ramifications. In particular, the subject of black hole thermodynamics, which remains an active area of research, is treated in depth. This book will be accessible to students and researchers who have had introductory courses in general relativity and quantum field theory, and will be of interest to scientists in general relativity and related fields.

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  • Title Quantum Field Theory in Curved Spacetime and Black Hole Thermodynamics
  • Author Robert M. Wald
  • Binding Paperback
  • Edition number 1st
  • Edition 1
  • Pages 220
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher University of Chicago Press, Chicago, Illinois, U.S.A.
  • Date 1994-11-15
  • Illustrated Yes
  • ISBN 9780226870274 / 0226870278
  • Weight 0.7 lbs (0.32 kg)
  • Dimensions 8.95 x 5.93 x 0.53 in (22.73 x 15.06 x 1.35 cm)
  • Library of Congress subjects Space and time, Thermodynamics
  • Library of Congress Catalog Number 94011065
  • Dewey Decimal Code 530.143

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Robert M. Wald is professor of physics at the University of Chicago and the author of General Relativity and Space, Time, and Gravity, also published by the University of Chicago Press.
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