Trying to remember an unusual quantum textbook

In summary, the process of trying to remember an unusual quantum textbook can be challenging and requires a strong understanding of quantum mechanics. The textbook may present complex concepts and theories that are not typically found in traditional textbooks, making it difficult to recall specific details. However, with dedicated studying and practice, one can successfully grasp the material and remember the key points of the unusual quantum textbook. It may also be helpful to seek assistance from a professor or colleague who has experience with the subject matter. Overall, while it may be a difficult task, the reward of mastering an unusual quantum textbook can greatly enhance one's understanding and appreciation of quantum mechanics.
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Not sure whether it was a quantum physics, quantum information, or quantum computing textbook

It spent the first few chapters/sections developing some sort of model theory in a very elementary context, in which (multi)functions were represented as boxes and outputs/inputs were represented as lines.

It had two authors from a UK institution (maybe Oxford or Cambridge?) and was published recently (2019 I think)
 
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jedishrfu said:
Could it be Susskind's Theoretical Minimum on QM?

It has two authors and starts out with a simple qubit state system, but it was written in 2014.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/0465062903/?tag=pfamazon01-20
Nope, I would have remembered Susskind
 
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Here’s what ChatGPT says (edit: I’m not even sure it’s a real book)Hi chatgpt I have a question. I’m looking for a book, maybe quantum information, maybe quantum computing, from authors at a UK institution, authored sometime around 2019. The first few chapters develop a model theory using boxes and arrows in the diagrams
Hello! I'll do my best to help you find the book you're looking for. Based on your description, it's possible that you're referring to the book "Quantum Theory, Information and Foundations" by Gerard J. Milburn and Oleg M. Maroney. This book was published in 2019 and is focused on the foundations of quantum theory, including quantum information and quantum computing.
The book uses diagrams with boxes and arrows to explain concepts in quantum information and computation. It covers topics such as quantum gates, quantum algorithms, quantum error correction, and more. Gerard J. Milburn is a physicist and professor at the University of Queensland in Australia, and Oleg M. Maroney is a researcher in quantum information science who has worked at institutions in the UK, including the University of Oxford.
However, please note that the book's content may not be limited to model theory with boxes and arrows, as there may be other diagrams and concepts covered in the book as well. It's always a good idea to double-check the book's contents and reviews to make sure it meets your specific requirements.
 
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Here’s what ChatGPT says (edit: I’m not even sure it’s a real book)Hi chatgpt I have a question. I’m looking for a book, maybe quantum information, maybe quantum computing, from authors at a UK institution, authored sometime around 2019. The first few chapters develop a model theory using boxes and arrows in the diagrams
Hello! I'll do my best to help you find the book you're looking for. Based on your description, it's possible that you're referring to the book "Quantum Theory, Information and Foundations" by Gerard J. Milburn and Oleg M. Maroney. This book was published in 2019 and is focused on the foundations of quantum theory, including quantum information and quantum computing.
The book uses diagrams with boxes and arrows to explain concepts in quantum information and computation. It covers topics such as quantum gates, quantum algorithms, quantum error correction, and more. Gerard J. Milburn is a physicist and professor at the University of Queensland in Australia, and Oleg M. Maroney is a researcher in quantum information science who has worked at institutions in the UK, including the University of Oxford.
However, please note that the book's content may not be limited to model theory with boxes and arrows, as there may be other diagrams and concepts covered in the book as well. It's always a good idea to double-check the book's contents and reviews to make sure it meets your specific requirements.
I don't think that book even exists... 😂
 
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But, in a very quantum-ish way, if it did exist, it would be your book.

Have you looked at the Oxbridge faculty list and see if any name triggers memories? That would be more reliable and potentially faster than CrapGPT.
 
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Frabjous said:
How about this?
Picturing Quantum Processes by Coecke and Kissinger
https://www.amazon.com/dp/110710422X/?tag=pfamazon01-20
If you enjoy it D'Ariano et al's "Quantum Theory from First Principles" uses a similar diagramatic approach but is more concise and rigorous.
 
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FAQ: Trying to remember an unusual quantum textbook

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What makes a quantum textbook "unusual"?

An unusual quantum textbook might present the subject matter in a non-traditional format, use unconventional analogies, or incorporate interdisciplinary approaches that are not typically found in standard quantum mechanics textbooks.

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Try to recall specific details such as the cover design, any unique diagrams or illustrations, the author's name, or any distinctive chapters or sections. These details can help you narrow down your search and identify the textbook.

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Some well-known unusual quantum textbooks include "Quantum Mechanics and Path Integrals" by Richard P. Feynman and Albert R. Hibbs, which uses path integrals as a central theme, and "The Quantum Universe" by Brian Cox and Jeff Forshaw, which presents quantum mechanics in a more accessible and engaging manner for the general public.

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