A Primer on String Theory
- ISBN-10
- 1107160014
- ISBN-13
- 9781107160019
- Category
- Science
- Pages
- 235
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2017-07-06
- Publisher
- Cambridge University Press
- Author
- Volker Schomerus
Description
A concise introduction to string theory explaining central concepts, mathematical tools and recent developments in the field of physics. Covering fundamental concepts including how strings interact with each other, this book is perfect for students with no prior knowledge as well as scholars from other disciplines.
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