"This book is special in that it covers certain topics from several viewpoints. Many are presented, compared, discussed, and described in terms of their similarities and differences. I think this is beautifully done! The writing is clear, precise, and concise, and the well-done citations to other parts of the text lead the reader along logical paths to a significant conclusion."--Harold Metcalf, State University of New York, Stony Brook

"This book gives a very detailed and comprehensive treatment of theoretical quantum optics. It provides a consistent and thorough look at the whole field and will be a valuable reference."--Richard Thompson, Imperial College, London

Paul R. Berman is professor of physics at the University of Michigan. Vladimir S. Malinovsky is a visiting professor in the Physics Department at Stevens Institute of Technology.