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The finite volume asymptotics of lattice models near first-order phase transitions is discussed. The tool for the description of finite size effects is (a version of) the Pirogov—Sinai theory. Its main ideas are reviewed and illustrated on simple models.
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Kotecký, R. (1994). Geometric Representation of Lattice Models and Large Volume Asymptotics. In: Grimmett, G. (eds) Probability and Phase Transition. NATO ASI Series, vol 420. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-015-8326-8_9
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