A thorough introduction to the interaction of atoms with optical and magnetic fields; for graduate students and researchers.

In response to the explosion of theories and experiments since the appearance of the first edition, the author has revised and expanded his basic text. New sect

A unified account of the rapidly developing field of high-intensity laser-atom interactions, suitable for both graduate students and researchers.

This book provides an introduction to the body of theory shared by several branches of modern optics--nonlinear optics, quantum electronics, laser physics, and

Focusing on atom-light interactions and containing numerous exercises, this in-depth textbook prepares students for research in a fast-growing field.