The third edition of this outstanding volume has been extensively revised and enlarged to cover all new aspects in Quantum chromodynamics (QCD). It presents a modern approach to the theory. Coverage first reviews relativistic quantum field theory and details scattering theory in the framework of scalar quantum electrodynamics. The book then introduces the gauge theory of quarks and gluons. In addition, more advanced chapters present a through discussion of perturbative and nonperturbative techniques in state-of-the-art QCD. Throughout, worked-out examples provide hands-on experience for students in theoretical physics. Research scientists will also find the book an ideal reference.

Table of Contents

1. The Introduction of Quarks

2. Review of Relativistic Field Theory

3. Scattering Reactions and the Internal Structure of Baryons

4. Gauge Theories and Quantum-Chromodynamics

5. Perturbative QCD I: Deep Inelastic Scattering

6. Perturbative QCD II: The Drell–Yan Process and Small-x Physics

7. Nonperturbative QCD

8. Phenomenological Models for Nonperturbative QCD Problems

Appendix

A The Group SU(N)

B Dirac Algebra in Dimension d

C SomeUseful Integrals