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Abstract

IN preparing the new edition of this well-known book, the editors have made a number of useful additions covering recent work and have revised several parts of the text. There are still some parts of the old text which should be removed, as they are in contradiction with the new material. The point of view is more modern than was the case in previous editions, particularly in the sections dealing with co-ordination compounds, and the book is certain to maintain its well-deserved popularity with advanced students. It provides a very good survey of modern inorganic chemistry in a reasonable compass, and the references to the literature will enable both teachers and students to amplify the information on any particular subject. The printing and lay-out are very good and the book is pleasing in appearance; the price is very reasonable.

Inorganic Chemistry

Fritz

Ephraim

By. Third English edition. By Dr. P. C. L. Thome and Dr. A. M. Ward. Pp. xii + 912. (London and Edinburgh: Gurney and Jackson, 1939.) 28s. net.