The third book in the bestselling Elements Trilogy by Theodore Gray, titled Reactions, continues the journey into the world of chemistry that began with his two previous books, The Elements and Molecules.

With The Elements, Gray presented us with a unique photographic perspective of the 118 elements of the periodic table. In Molecules, he showed us how the elements combine to form the matter that makes up our universe. With Reactions, Gray once again uses photography and narrative to illustrate how molecules interact in ways that are essential for our very existence.

The book begins with a brief overview of elements and molecules, and then explains important concepts that characterize a chemical reaction, including Energy, Entropy, and Time. It is organized by type of reaction, featuring chapters such as “Fantastic Reactions and Where to Find Them,” “On the Origin of Light and Color,” “The Silly Chapter,” where we learn about reactions like paint drying, grass growing, and boiling water, as well as “The Need for Speed,” which includes topics such as weather, ignition, and fire.

Pages: 240, Year of Publication: 1229, Dimensions: 25.2x25.2cm.