☰

Teen & Young Adult

Science & Technology

The Disappearing Spoon: And Other True Tales of Rivalry, Adventure, and the History of the World from the Periodic Table of the Elements (Young Readers Edition)

Sold Out / Out of Stock

The Disappearing Spoon: And Other True Tales of Rivalry, Adventure, and the History of the World from the Periodic Table of the Elements (Young Readers Edition)

A young readers edition of the New York Times bestseller The Disappearing Spoon, chronicling the extraordinary stories behind one of the greatest scientific tools in existence: the periodic table.

Why did Gandhi hate iodine (I, 53)? How did radium (Ra, 88) nearly ruin Marie Curie's reputation? And why did tellurium (Te, 52) lead to the most bizarre gold rush in history?

The periodic table is a crowning scientific achievement, but it's also a treasure trove of adventure, greed, betrayal, and obsession. The fascinating tales in The Disappearing Spoon follow elements on the table as they play out their parts in human history, finance, mythology, conflict, the arts, medicine, and the lives of the (frequently) mad scientists who discovered them.

Adapted for a middle grade audience, the young readers edition of The Disappearing Spoon offers the material in a simple, easy-to-follow format, with approximately 20 line drawings and sidebars throughout. Students, teachers, and burgeoning science buffs will love learning about the history behind the chemistry.
Country USA
Brand Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Manufacturer Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Binding Hardcover
ReleaseDate 2018-04-03
UnitCount 1
EANs 9780316388283

Customers who purchased this also purchased....

KINBOM 520 Pcs Alphabetical Adhesive Tabs, A-Z Sticky Index Tabs Transparent Alphabetical File Guides for Binders Books Notebooks

KINBOM 520 Pcs Alphabetical Adhesive Tabs, A-Z Sticky Index Tabs Transparent Alphabetical File Guides for Binders Books Notebooks

STOBOK DIY Decorate Photo Frame Making Supplies Cake Mold Mold Crystal Drop Silicone Photo Frame Silicone s Set up Picture self Made epoxy Resin Crystal Epoxy

STOBOK DIY Decorate Photo Frame Making Supplies Cake Mold Mold Crystal Drop Silicone Photo Frame Silicone s Set up Picture self Made epoxy Resin Crystal Epoxy

FDSQHSA 30pcs Pink Flower Cute Cat Almond Acrylic Press-On False Nails Kit with Rhinestone Pearl Designs, Bow, Summer Floral Nail Decoration

FDSQHSA 30pcs Pink Flower Cute Cat Almond Acrylic Press-On False Nails Kit with Rhinestone Pearl Designs, Bow, Summer Floral Nail Decoration

Biscaynebay Wrap Around Bed Skirts for King & Cal King Beds 15

Biscaynebay Wrap Around Bed Skirts for King & Cal King Beds 15" Drop, White Adjustable Elastic Dust Ruffles Easy Fit Wrinkle & Fade Resistant Silky Luxurious Fabric Machine Washable

COQOFA Self Sealing 2x10

COQOFA Self Sealing 2x10" 200 Pcs Pretzel Rod Bags Clear Cellophane Resealable Pen Packaging Bags

Indoor Smokeless Grill, Techwood 1500W Electric Indoor Grill with Tempered Glass Lid, Portable Non-stick BBQ Korean, Turbo Smoke Extractor Technology, Drip Tray& Double Removable Plate, Black

Indoor Smokeless Grill, Techwood 1500W Electric Indoor Grill with Tempered Glass Lid, Portable Non-stick BBQ Korean, Turbo Smoke Extractor Technology, Drip Tray& Double Removable Plate, Black

GUESS Aveta Camera Bag Merlot One Size

GUESS Aveta Camera Bag Merlot One Size

Houwsbaby 15" Electronic Squawking Chicken Toy, Easter Chicken Stuffed Animal Interactive Musical Walking Singing Waving Rooster Plush Toy with Bib Present for Kids Boys Girls Easter Thanksgiving Day