Magick, Mayhem, and Mavericks: The Spirited History of Physical Chemistry

by Cathy Cobb

Book Overview

Science popularizer Cathy Cobb takes a unique approach to explaining the concepts of physical chemistry by telling the story of the geniuses and eccentrics who made groundbreaking discoveries in this fascinating field that bridges chemistry, physics, and mathematics. The result is entertaining and illuminating.Her tale is about the colorful varieties of human character as well as the struggles to understand the workings of the material world. Through...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 157392976X
• ISBN13: 9781573929769
• Release Date: November 2002
• Publisher: Prometheus Books
• Length: 420 Pages
• Weight: 1.72 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 6.3" x 9.3"