Uncle Tungsten : memories of a chemical boyhood
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Published
New York : Alfred A. Knopf : Distributed by Random House, 2001.
Format
Book
Edition
1st ed.
Status
Sequim - Nonfiction (Adult)
616.8092 SACKS
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Published
New York : Alfred A. Knopf : Distributed by Random House, 2001.
Edition
1st ed.
Physical Desc
viii, 337 pages, [4] pages of plates : ill. ; 22 cm.
Language
English
Accelerated Reader
UG
Level 10.7, 25 Points

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Includes index.
Description
The scientific wonder of youth is skillfully evoked in this intriguing memoir by the distinguished neurologist and author of Awakenings in which he describes his fascination with metals, gases, and chemicals, especially "Uncle Tungsten," and with unravelling the complex mysteries of the world around him.