Chemical Sciences in the 20th Century : Bridging Boundaries
Editorial Reviews
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"The book is well worth reading by both chemists and historians of science" (The Alchemist, Chemweb.com, 22 November 2001)
"For historians of the sciences, upper-division undergraduates through professionals." (Choice, Vol. 39, No. 4, December 2001)
"This book traces the development of the discipline of chemistry as an 'interconnected patchwork of scientific specialties' throughout the 20th century." (Journal of the American Chemical Society, Vol. 123, No. 46, 2001)
"...Many practising chemists will enjoy dipping into it to find fascinating insights..." (Education in Chemistry, July 2002)
"...a high quality set of essays..if science is ever to be recognised as one of the crucial agents of social change, then we need more books such as this..." (Chemistry and Industry, 1 October 2002)
"The entire book is filled with insight, charm, enlightenment, and sophistication. As I read each essay.... I see a fresh horizon or am touched by a profound sagacity." (Chemical Heritage, Vol. 21, No. 1, Spring 2003)
Book Description
Chemistry in the last century was characterized by spectacular growth and advances, stimulated by revolutionary theories and experimental breakthroughs. Yet, despite this rapid development, the history of this scientific discipline has achieved only recently the status necessary to understand the effects of chemistry on the scientific and technological
culture of the modern world.
This book addresses the bridging of boundaries between chemistry and the other "classical" disciplines of science, physics and biology as well as the connections of chemistry to
mathematics and technology.
Chemical research is represented as an interconnected patchwork of scientific specialties, and this is shown by a mixture of case studies and broader overviews on the history of organic chemistry, theoretical chemistry, nuclear- and cosmochemistry, solid state chemistry, and biotechnology. All of these fields were at the center of the development of twentieth century chemistry, and the authors cover crucial topics such as the emergence of new subdisciplines and
research fields, the science-technology relationship, and national styles of scientific work.
This monograph represents a unique treasure trove for general historians and historians of science, while also appealing to
those interested in the theoretical background and development of modern chemistry.
Chemical Sciences in the 20th Century: Bridging Boundaries,Carsten Reinhardt,Roald Hoffmann,Wiley-VCH,3527302719,20th century,Chemistry,Chemistry - General,History,Science,Science/Mathematics,Science / Chemistry / General
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