August Kekulé Books

Friedrich August Kekulé was a pivotal chemist who fundamentally shaped the field of organic chemistry. His theory of chemical structure, particularly his insights into carbon's valence and its ability to form chains, provided scientists with a new understanding of molecular bonding. Kekulé's work was grounded in meticulous analysis of chemical reactions, representing a breakthrough in an era before advanced instrumental methods. His influence extended to the later evolution of structural theory and the achievements of his students, many of whom became Nobel laureates.