INTRODUCTION TO STATISTICAL MECHANICS

Focusing on the foundations of equilibrium statistical mechanics, the book begins with Boltzmann's statistical assumptions and explores their applications across various physical systems. It includes a comprehensive set of problems to reinforce understanding and features an appendix on non-equilibrium statistical mechanics via the Boltzmann equation. Designed for first-year graduate students and advanced undergraduates in physics and chemistry, it assumes prior knowledge of classical and quantum mechanics, multi-variable calculus, and thermodynamics, while providing a solid review of essential concepts.