Dmitri Mendeleev

The discoveries of the great scientist Dmitri Mendeleev form the basis of all modern chemistry. However, few know that even in his free time from serious science, he amazed those around him with his talents – he crafted... suitcases,

played chess magnificently, deciphered the mystery of "moon paint," and even made risky flights in a hot air balloon!

The great scientist, who compiled the "Periodic Table of Chemical Elements," appears in this book in all the diversity of his creative nature.

The author interestingly and accessibly reveals the principles behind Mendeleev's table, telling how he worked on it and how he finally found the correct solution.