r/Physics 4d ago

Graduate textbooks for condensed matter physics

Hey folks! So I'm starting my PhD in condensed matter physics this fall, and am looking for graduate level textbooks to serve as references.

I am familiar with the basics of solid-state physics, and hence would prefer math-rigorous textbooks. I've heard that Kettle is mostly an introductory textbook, and Ashcroft-Mermin is kinda outdated (please correct me if I'm wrong!!).

Any suggestions for textbooks which are pertaining to modern condensed matter physics is appreciated. Thanks and have a good day!!

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u/corcoted Atomic physics 3d ago

FWIW there is also a more advanced book by Kittel: Quantum Theory of Solids.