Quantum Open Quantum Systems textbooks with exercises?

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The discussion highlights the need for a textbook on open quantum systems that includes exercises for self-assessment. While "The Theory of Open Quantum Systems" by Breuer and Petruccione is recognized as a standard reference, it is noted for lacking exercises. A recommended alternative is "Open Quantum Systems," edited by Breuer, Petruccione, and Vacchini, which offers a thorough introduction to the subject along with exercises at the end of each chapter, making it suitable for those looking to reinforce their understanding.
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The standard reference for open quantum systems is The Theory of Open Quantum Systems by Breuer and Petruccione, which seems well-written but it lacks exercises, as do all the other textbooks I googled. Does someone have a recommendation for a textbook on open quantum systems with problems to check my understanding?
 
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One possible textbook with exercises is Open Quantum Systems, edited by H.-P. Breuer, F. Petruccione, and B. Vacchini. This book provides a comprehensive introduction to open quantum systems and their dynamics, and it includes exercises at the end of each chapter.
 
The book is fascinating. If your education includes a typical math degree curriculum, with Lebesgue integration, functional analysis, etc, it teaches QFT with only a passing acquaintance of ordinary QM you would get at HS. However, I would read Lenny Susskind's book on QM first. Purchased a copy straight away, but it will not arrive until the end of December; however, Scribd has a PDF I am now studying. The first part introduces distribution theory (and other related concepts), which...

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