"This book continues to be an excellent reference, and libraries looking to add a chemical dictionary should find this version to be especially attractive. It is recommended." (American Reference Books Annual, March 2008)

"This work is of unique value to general readers, students, and researchers…a standard reference for nearly a century…essential." (CHOICE, August 2007)

"I strongly recommend this longtime international bestseller as an essential reference tool for chemists, chemical engineers, environmental professionals, industrial hygienists, toxicologists, police, firefighters, emergency medical technicians...and to all levels of staff in industries in which chemicals are used." (The Chemical Educator, March/April 2007)