Photons and Atoms: Introduction to Quantum Electrodynamics

Photons and Atoms Photons and Atoms: Introduction to Quantum Electrodynamics provides the necessary background to understand the various physical processes associated with photon-atom interactions.

It starts with elementary quantum theory and classical electrodynamics and progresses to more advanced approaches.

A critical comparison is made between these different, although equivalent, formulations of quantum electrodynamics.

Using this format, the reader is offered a gradual, yet flexible introduction to quantum electrodynamics, avoiding formal discussions and excessive shortcuts.