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Alembic Club Reprints of Chemistry and Science collection [20 volumes]. Alembic Club Reprints.

Edinburgh/London: William and Clay... c.1858-1893. Reprints. Hardcover. Formerly owned by Oliver Sacks. Collection includes titles no.1-12, 14-16, 18 (2), 19-21. The Alembic Club was one of the most prominent scientific societies in the University of Oxford for much of the twentieth century, having been established by a group of students and young graduates in 1901. For decades to follow it provided a lively forum for scientific debate for those in the Department of Chemistry and beyond. Includes CDV of Friedrich August Kekulé, later Friedrich August Kekule von Stradonitz (7 September 1829 – 13 July 1896), was a German organic chemist. From the 1850s until his death, Kekulé was one of the most prominent chemists in Europe, especially in theoretical chemistry. He was the principal founder of the theory of chemical structure and in particular the Kekulé structure of benzene. From the library of Bury Technical College.
From the library of Dr. Oliver Sacks, the renowned neurologist, author, and educator. He was, in his life, celebrated for his contributions to the understanding of the human brain and his ability to communicate complex scientific concepts to a broader audience. In doing so, he highlighted the profound impact of neurological disorders on human identity and experience. His library is a reflection of this remarkable polymath's questing mind. Very Good+. Moderate shelf wear/rubbing to extremities and bumped corners, foxing, and discoloration, else tight, bright, and unmarred. Small 8vo. illus. (mostly charts). Cloth over blue boards. Ex-library marks with pastedown bookplate. Item #12078

Price: $650.00