Non-standard phase space variables, quantization, and path integrals, or little ado about much

TL;DR

This paper discusses alternative phase space variables, their quantization, and path integral formulations, highlighting subtle issues and clarifying misconceptions in the context of quantum gravity and related theories.

Contribution

It introduces novel perspectives on phase space variables and their quantization, addressing misconceptions and providing clearer formulations for path integrals in quantum gravity.

Findings

Clarifies the role of non-standard phase space variables

Analyzes implications for path integral quantization

Highlights subtle issues in quantum gravity formulations

Abstract

Contribution to the Misner Festshrift, no abstract.