“This is a long-needed English translation of the autobiography of the great German/Latvian physical chemist, Wilhelm Ostwald … . I can’t express enough my admiration for this wonderful translation, which has, for the first time, made this virtually untapped treasure trove of previously unexploited personal impressions of late 19th- and early 20th-century European chemistry, by one of its most important participants, available to English-speaking historians of chemistry. … In general Jack’s translation is excellent … .” (William B. Jensen,Bulletin for the History of Chemistry, Vol. 47 (3), 2022)“Ostwald was well known as an engaging writer, and this translated work is very readable. The book provides interesting insight into the development of chemistry and is recommended to libraries that support a history of science program. Summing Up: Recommended. Upper-division undergraduates and above; faculty and professionals.” (H. E. Pence, Choice, Vol. 54 (12), August, 2017)“‘Wilhelm Ostwald: The Autobiography’ is an important contribution to the history of physical chemistry. It restores Ostwald to his rightful place as one of the founders of modern electrochemistry. It also sheds light on the extraordinary efflorescence of German science in fin de siècle Europe. I would recommend the book to anyone with an interest in the sociology of science or the history of physical chemistry.” (Stephen Fletcher, Journal of Solid State Electrochemistry, Vol. 21, 2017)
