ISBN10: 0192840991, ISBN13: 9780192840998, [publisher: Oxford University Press] Softcover Traces the history and cultural impact of the elements on humankind, and examines why people have long sought to identify the substances around them. Looking beyond the Periodic Table, the author takes us on a tour: from the Greek philosophers who propounde.
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ISBN10: 0192840991, ISBN13: 9780192840998, [publisher: Oxford University Press, Oxford] Softcover Paperback. This Very Short Introduction traces the history and cultural impact of the elements on humankind, and examines why people have long sought to identify the substances around them. Looking beyond the Periodic Table, the author examines our relationship with matter, from the uncomplicated vision of the Greek philosophers, who believed there were four elements - earth, air, fire, and water - to the work of modern-day scientists in creating elements such as hassium andmeitnerium. Packed with anecdotes, The Elements is a highly engaging and entertaining exploration of the fundamental question: what is the world made from? ABOUT THE SERIES: TheVery Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable. Traces the history and cultural impact of the elements on humankind, and examines why people have long sought to identify the substances around them. Looking beyond the Periodic Table, the author takes us on a tour: from the Greek philosophers who propounded a system with four elements to the modern-day scientists who are able to create their own. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW ...
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Oxford University Press, USA 2004 Trade paperback New 2004. 1st Edition. Paperback. Traces the history and cultural impact of the elements on humankind, and examines why people have long sought to identify the substances around them. Looking beyond the Periodic Table, the author takes us on a tour: from the Greek philosophers who propounded a system with four elements to the modern-day scientists who are able to create their own. Series: Very Short Introductions. Num Pages: 192 pages, numerous halftones & line drawings. BIC Classification: PNK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 174 x 111 x 11. Weight in Grams: 152......We ship daily from our Bookshop.

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