About the Book: Introduction to Statistical Physics, Second Edition
Written by a world-renowned theoretical physicist, this textbook thoroughly
familiarizes advanced undergraduate students with the different aspects of
statistical physics. Along with many new exercises, this second edition expands
discussion of phase transition in thermodynamics, covers stochastic processes in
greater depth, reflects current research and emerging technology concerning
BoseEinstein condensation, and makes the GinsburgLandau theory of the order
parameter accessible to students. The methodology is illustrated with
applications in information theory, the stock market, computer simulations,
semiconductors, and more. A solutions manual is available upon qualifying course
adoption.