Ebook: The quantum theory of measurement

I. Introduction. 1. The Problem of Measurement in Quantum Mechanics. 2. Historical Account: Interpretations and Reconstructions of Quantum Mechanics. 3. Decision Tree -- II. Basic Features of Quantum Mechanics. 1. Hilbert Space Quantum Mechanics. 2. Probability Structure of Quantum Mechanics -- III. The Quantum Theory of Measurement -- Survey -- The Notion of Measurement. 1. General Description of Measurement. 2. Premeasurements. 3. Measurement and Probability. 4. Probabilistic Characterisations of Measurements. 5. Information Theoretical Aspects of Measurements. 6. Objectification. 7. Measurement Dynamics. 8. Limitations on Measurability. 9. Preparation and Determination of States -- IV. Objectification and Interpretations of Quantum Mechanics. 1. Routes Towards Solving the Objectification Problem. 2. Historical Prelude -- Copenhagen Interpretations. 3. Ensemble and Hidden Variable Interpretations. 4. Modifying Quantum Mechanics. 5. Changing the Concept of Objectification