Beiträge zur Geschichte der Chemie
- 322 pages
- 12 hours of reading
Hermann Kopp Book order
Hermann Kopp was a German chemist whose work centered on exploring the physico-chemical relationships between the properties of substances and their chemical composition. He notably investigated specific volumes and the connection between the boiling point of organic compounds and their makeup. His research laid foundational principles for subsequent investigations in these fields, though some findings were later refined. Beyond his scientific inquiries, Kopp was also a prolific author, documenting the history of chemistry and alchemy.
- 2022
- 2019
Einleitung in die Krystallographie und in die Krystallographische Kenntniss der Wichtigeren Substanz
- 362 pages
- 13 hours of reading
- 2012
Hermann Kopp (1817–1892) is best remembered today as a historian of chemistry, but during his lifetime he was one of the most eminent chemists of his day, and one of the earliest pioneers of physical chemistry. Late in his career he wrote an endearing fantasy about personified molecules. Published in 1882, Aus der Molecular-Welt (From the Molecular World) portrayed the intimate details of what might actually be happening in the sub-microscopic world; the atoms and molecules we meet there have agency, personalities, sometimes even dialog. Filled with appealing tropes, humor, and whimsical asides, Kopp’s short book provided an examination of the chemistry and physics of his day that was always light-hearted on the surface, but often surprisingly profound. Properly interpreted, the book provides a revealing tour of nineteenth-century debates concerning chemical theory. It is here translated into English, richly annotated, and equipped with an illuminating preface by a leading historian of chemistry. It provides entertaining reading to practicing chemists, as well as new insights to historians of science.
- 2009
Aurea Catena Homeri (1880)
- 64 pages
- 3 hours of reading
Exploring the alchemical tradition of Hermetism, this work delves into the significance of Homer's writings and their interpretation by medieval and Renaissance alchemists. It links alchemical practices with Hermetic philosophy, highlighting their intertwined roles in the history of Western esotericism. This comprehensive study is a vital contribution to the understanding of both alchemy and esoteric traditions, reflecting the cultural importance of these themes. The book is presented as a facsimile reprint of the original 1880 edition, preserving its historical value.