Introduction and orientation --
The foundations of quantum mechanics --
Linear motion and the harmonic oscillator --
Rotational motion and the hydrogen atom --
Angular momentum --
Group theory --
Techniques of approximation --
Atomic spectra and atomic structure --
An introduction to molecular structure The calculation of electronic structure --
Molecular rotations and vibrations --
Molecular electronic transitions --
The electric properties of molecules --
The magnetic properties of molecules --
Scattering theory --
Further information.

This title's features include: an introduction to the foundations of quantum chemistry and quantum mechanics in general; numerous word examples, in-text exercises; an extensive further information section at the end of the text; over 300 two-colour illustrations; and a wide range of topics treated. including spectroscopy and molecular properties