Description
1949 Second Completely Revised and Augmented Edition. Hardcover is faded and fraying. No dust jacket. Pages are clean and binding is secure.
This well-worn copy of Arnold Weissberger’s “Physical Methods of Organic Chemistry: PART 1” is a testament to the enduring value of this groundbreaking work. Published in 1949, just four years after the end of World War II, it represents a pivotal moment in the history of organic chemistry, as scientists sought to advance the field in the wake of wartime research and development. Weissberger, a prolific author and editor, played a crucial role in disseminating the latest techniques and methodologies to a generation of chemists rebuilding their discipline.
Despite its age and signs of wear, this copy remains a valuable artifact for collectors and researchers alike. The clean pages and secure binding ensure that the wealth of knowledge contained within remains accessible, offering insights into the state of the art in mid-20th century organic chemistry. From spectroscopic analysis to chromatographic techniques, this volume captures the cutting edge of a field on the cusp of revolutionary advances that would transform our understanding of molecular structure and reactivity.