Strathern, Paul

Mendeleyev's Dream: The Quest for the Elements

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ISBN 13:
9781643130699
author:
Strathern, Paul
format:
Hardback
publisher:
Pegasus Books
language:
English
Publication Year:
2019
Pages:
320
Dimensions:
22.9 x 15.2 centimetres
Genre:
Biography, Science & Technology, Science,
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£21.17

Description

Dmitri Mendeleyev's dream was to bring order to the science of chemistry. In 1869, he fell asleep at his desk and had an idea that would change everything. This is the true story of how one man's vision transformed chemistry into a science. The quest for the elements is a fascinating tale that spans centuries, from ancient philosophy to medieval alchemy. Mendeleyev's dream was not just about discovering new elements, but about understanding the very building blocks of matter. Paul Strathern's engaging narrative takes us on a journey through the history of chemistry, revealing the key role that one man's imagination played in shaping our understanding of the world. In this elegant and entertaining book, Strathern unravels the complex story of chemistry's coming of age, bringing to life the people and ideas that shaped Mendeleyev's vision.

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