The periodic table is one of the most extraordinary advances in modern chemistry. 

Here, in the authoritative Elementary, James Russell uses his lively, accessible and engaging narrative to tell the story behind all the elements we now know about. 

From learning about the creation of the first three elements, hydrogen, lithium and helium, in the big bang, through to oxygen and carbon, which sustain life on earth - along with the many weird and wonderful uses of elements as varied as fluorine, arsenic, krypton and einsteinium - even the most unscientifically minded will be enthralled by this fascinating subject. 

Learn about the most basic building blocks of the universe, and the people who identified, isolated and even created them with this wonderful book.

Product Information:
• ISBN: 9781789293609
• Author: James M. Russell
• Publisher: Michael O'Mara
• Format: Paperback
• Pages: 192
• Dimensions: 19.69 x 12.7 x 2.03 cm