Description
Louis P. Hammett’s Physical Organic Chemistry: Reaction Rates, Equilibria, and Mechanisms is a landmark chemistry book. Google Books records the title as published in 1940, and Michigan State notes that Hammett’s book was the first to use “physical organic chemistry” in its title and had a profound influence on the development of the field.
A desirable early Hammett for collectors of chemistry, history of science, and important academic texts, this copy is made even better by its direct connection to Edwin J. Tuthill of the Polytechnic Institute of Brooklyn. The ownership inscription, Brooklyn address, and handwritten chemistry study notes give the book real academic provenance and make it more engaging than a standard shelf copy.
* First edition, seventh impression
* Important early Hammett title in physical organic chemistry
* Ownership inscription to Edwin J. Tuthill
* Polytechnic Institute of Brooklyn provenance
* Period handwritten chemistry notes and diagrams
* Original cloth hardcover with attractive academic presentation
Condition is solid overall with expected shelf wear, readable spine titling, and a small blemish to the front cover. The notes and inscription add character and historical interest to the book rather than taking away from it. Please view all the photos.
