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Uncle Tungsten

Memories of a Chemical Boyhood

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A memoir of the scientific wonder of youth by the distinguished neurologist and author describes his fascination with metals, gasses, and chemicals, especially "Uncle Tungsten," and with unravelling the complex mysteries of the world around him.

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Uncle Tungsten, Oliver Sacks

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2001
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Subtitle
Memories of a Chemical Boyhood
Language
English
Publisher
Vintage
Released
2001
Format
Paperback
Pages
352
ISBN10
0375704043
ISBN13
9780375704048
Original title
Uncle Tungsten
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A memoir of the scientific wonder of youth by the distinguished neurologist and author describes his fascination with metals, gasses, and chemicals, especially "Uncle Tungsten," and with unravelling the complex mysteries of the world around him.