Review: Introduction to Solid State Physics
User Review - GoodreadsAdmittedly, this text can be a little sparse, but I was captivated by the subject matter and referenced it in subsequent school work / out of personal interest. Some people prefer Ashcroft & Mermin, which apparently includes more in the way of detailed explanations / derivations.
Review: Introduction to Solid State Physics
User Review - GoodreadsThere's a lot of material here, but very little that is presented well. The proofs are skeletons of arguments, presumably to let the reader learn by struggling to fill in the gaps. The fundamental ...
Review: Introduction to Solid State Physics
User Review - Erica Nabena - Goodreadshelp in calculation for solid state problem Read full review
Review: Introduction to Solid State Physics
User Review - Michael - GoodreadsNot as bad as people say, but not very good either. Could really use an update Read full review
Review: Introduction to Solid State Physics
User Review - Ross Economy - GoodreadsA little too higher level, not enough "intro" in an introductory text Read full review
Review: Introduction to Solid State Physics
User Review - Orapan - GoodreadsThank you Read full review
Review: Introduction to Solid State Physics
User Review - DJ - GoodreadsKittel is to solid state texts as artificial insemination is to sex. It may fit the definition in the strictest sense, but it absolutely drains the fun out of the whole game. Do yourself a favor and pick up a copy of Ashcroft & Mermin. Read full review
Review: Introduction to Solid State Physics
User Review - Jack - GoodreadsYay! Solid state physics! I picked it up as an undergrad, and I think it's been my most referenced textbook all the way through grad school. Read full review