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The advent of lasers in the 1960s led to the development of many new fields in optical physics. This book is a systematic treatment of one of these fields--the broad area that deals with the coherence and fluctuation of light. The authors begin with a review of probability theory and random processes, and follow this with a thorough discussion of optical coherence theory within the framework of classical optics. They next treat the theory of photoelectric detection of light and photoelectric correlation. They then discuss in some detail quantum systems and effects. The book closes with two chapters devoted to laser theory and one on the quantum theory of nonlinear optics. The sound introduction to coherence theory and the quantum nature of light and the chapter-end exercises will appeal to graduate students and newcomers to the field. Researchers will find much of interest in the new results on coherence-induced spectral line shifts, nonclassical states of light, higher-order squeezing, and quantum effects of down-conversion. Written by two of the world's most highly regarded optical physicists, this book is required reading of all physicists and engineers working in optics.

CUSTOMER REVIEWS (Average Customer Rating: 4.5 based on 3 reviews)

The Big Book of Quantum Optics by D. Chapman (Northern California)

5 Stars
March 25, 2009
This is the definitive book on Quantum Optics, and contains sections on semi-classical theory, quantum field theory, and lots of other things. Unfortunately, it does not cover research after the mid-1990s. Bottom Line: This is the best reference book in the field of plain old Quantum Optics.

Very well writen book on Quantum Optics

5 Stars
January 14, 2002
This book is a self contained one on Quantum Optics. It gives systematic treatment of nearly very aspects of this field, good mathematical description of some methods and idea and even some historical developments of the topics. Though it seems a huge volume, it is really worth reading for EVERY beginner in this field. With this book, one does not need to look for other references to understand the topics.

A good reference for quantum optics research

4 Stars
March 30, 2000
This book is like an encyclopedia of quantum optics. Its a good book to have on your shelf as a reference but to learn the subject, its a little overwhelming.

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