The Periodic Table
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The Periodic Table
Primo Levi
3 people recommended it in 3 threads, 2016–2019.
What people on Hacker News said
But consider Primo Levi's Periodic Table even if only for the flash of insight regarding onions. Ever after reading it I see onions everywhere but most people seem unable to see them even after I point them out.
Where it comes up
- Ask HN: Recommend one book I need to read this summer? 2019 · 1 recommendation
- Ask HN: Which non-technology book has influenced you the most and why? 2017 · 1 recommendation
- Ask HN: What book have you given as a gift? 2016 · 1 recommendation