Description
Hardcover is in ok condition. The spine is taped to the front and back covers. No dust jacket. Pages are clean and binding is intact.
This well-preserved 54th edition of the Handbook of Chemistry and Physics from 1973-1974 is a remarkable artifact of scientific publishing history. Edited by Robert C. Weast, this venerable reference work has been a trusted companion to generations of chemists, physicists, and researchers since its inception in 1913. Despite its age and the absence of a dust jacket, the clean pages and intact binding bear witness to the enduring value placed on this indispensable resource.
Beyond its practical utility, this edition holds particular significance as it captures the state of scientific knowledge in the early 1970s, a pivotal era marked by rapid technological advances and a burgeoning environmental consciousness. The data within its pages reflect the cutting-edge research of the time, offering a fascinating glimpse into the scientific landscape that shaped our modern understanding of chemistry and physics.
For collectors and readers alike, this edition represents a tangible link to the intellectual heritage of the 20th century, a testament to the relentless pursuit of knowledge that has propelled scientific progress. Its well-worn state is a badge of honor, a testament to the countless hours spent poring over its pages by inquisitive minds seeking answers to the mysteries of the natural world.