Imagined Chemistry. Reflections on Science

Author: [US] Hoffman, Terence
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Publish Date: 2003-12-01
Features: This unique work, created by the collaboration of Nobel Prize-winning chemist Hoffman and visual artist Terence, reveals the creative human vitality that drives science, particularly chemistry. In the book, Hoffman explains the fascinating knowledge and mysteries of chemistry through engaging and accessible essays and poems, while Terence stimulates readers' curiosity and imagination with 30 intricately crafted, colorful collages, fostering their insight and creativity. The book awakens the intimidating magic of the chemical field, showcasing the rich diversity of modern chemical activities and the magical fusion of science and art. Carl Sagan, the renowned science popularizer, wrote the foreword for the book, and renowned American art critic Leo Rosenblum provided commentary on the collages. The book was awarded the Scientific American Young Readers' Book Award.