Napoleon's Buttons: How 17 Molecules Changed History
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2003
375
Book • Nonfiction
2003
Adult
16+ years
1340L
Napoleon's Buttons: How 17 Molecules Changed History by Penny Le Couteur and Jay Burreson explores how 17 molecules have profoundly influenced human history. It highlights the impact of these chemical compounds on various aspects of society, such as trade, warfare, and culture, by connecting scientific breakthroughs with historical events and developments.
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Napoleon's Buttons: How 17 Molecules Changed History is praised for its intriguing exploration of chemistry's impact on history, presented in an accessible manner. Readers appreciate the engaging storytelling and insightful connections. However, some criticize the book for occasional oversimplification and lack of depth in scientific explanations. Overall, it is an enlightening read that merges science with historical narrative.
A reader who relishes the intersections of chemistry and history, intrigued by how molecules have influenced historical events, would enjoy Napoleon's Buttons. Fans of The Disappearing Spoon by Sam Kean or The Alchemy of Air by Thomas Hager will find it captivating.
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375
Book • Nonfiction
2003
Adult
16+ years
1340L
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