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This book is about the history of discoveries, properties and applications of the most important metals and alloys.

The "biographies" of metals introduce them to readers without overloading them with complex chemical formulas and reaction equations, contain many interesting facts, funny stories, fascinating legends, myths, and stories about curious events. You will meet real and literary characters, mythical heroes, philosophers, natural scientists, travellers, artisans, metallurgists, historical and political figures, talented inventors, and dedicated scientists. The "personal merits" of each metal to modern technology, the national economy, and the possibilities of using them in the future are considered.

The book is intended for a wide range of readers: pupils, students, teachers, specialists - everyone interested in the history and development of chemistry, metallurgy, and materials science.