Advanced Organic Chemistry, Part A: Structure and Mechanisms 5th Corrected ed. 2007. Corr. 2nd printing 2008 Edition

text has lots of references to literature that are in text so you don't have to flip to the back for citations. There are also very nice colored schemes and pictures throughout the book. At times the text is a bit too simplistic and uses too many words to explain simple concepts.

This is used as a reference textbook in graduate level courses, and it's great. A lot of content, very understandable. Some Phys Chem concepts are actually clearer in this textbook than in the Phys Chem ones.

Thank you!

If you are buying this book it is most likely for a graduate level physical organic chemistry course. Which means reviews are probably fairly pointless, since you have to buy the book. You should at least know that the book is well written and actually a helpful resource.Personally I struggled with the class, but the book was helpful and fairly easy to use. Despite my best efforts, I cannot imagine a chair structure in my head. If this is a problem for you as well I would suggest another course if possible, and if not you will need a model kit.

This book is an excellent reference on the latest developments in the theory and practice of synthetic and physical organic chemistry. As someone who did their graduate work more than 40 years ago, I found it to be a very good source of material for refreshing my knowledge of the subject.

Book is great. Simply the paragon for grad students. Use this for learning and as a good resource. I hope to be crazy enough to read it cover to cover.

I absolutely needed this for graduate school. It is the best book out there

Fine, just an unexpectedly long wait for it. Seemed much longer than was stated, but no problems otherwise, so thanks.