Focusing on the statistical theory of nonequilibrium phenomena, this text integrates developments from many-body theory, particularly the correlation function approach, into a cohesive framework. It emphasizes the importance of correlation functions and memory kernels in nonequilibrium statistical physics, akin to partition functions in equilibrium theory. The book explores relationships between correlation functions and traditional formulations like kinetic and master equations. Additionally, it addresses nonlinear phenomena, offering insights into nonlinear response theory and its applications, while primarily concentrating on the linear regime.
