That's the Way the Cookie Crumbles: 62 All-New Commentaries on the Fascinating Chemistry of Everyday Life

Dr. Schwarcz writes books that are factual and interesting to read. He clearly describes scientific facts in a very readable way that lets the every-day reader learn about the so-called mysteries of science. This book follows in a similar fashion as he "separates sense from nonsense and fact from myth."

An interesting exploration of the way things are and how they fit into place.

I use this book with Chemistry 1, high school chemistry classes. It’s easy to read and very engaging for all of my students.

Great book. Too bad the Kindle version is plagued with computer code inserted around words. Wish they'd fix it.

A friend of mine loaned me her copy of this book, and I was hooked...line and sinker! Dr. Joe has a wonderful writing "voice", and this gifted teacher makes it clear how chemistry is applicable--and understandable--in our everyday lives.

My daughter has enjoyed this book.

Some very insightful information. I learned a lot and put the knowledge to use.

Maybe it's because I had just finished reading Bad Science by Ben Goldacre (highly recommended), but I just couldn't get into this one as much as I thought I would. It was entertaining and fun but the first half is littered with grand claims based on little bits of research... with no references in sight. If you want a book about the chemistry of food that actually tries to explain the chemistry, try What Einstein Told His Cook by Robert L. Wolke. It's down to earth and chock full of easy to understand explanations on the actual chemistry of food.

Oh so good! The book brings to light the science behind the most mundane things and makes it interesting and exciting. Everything is explained in a very simple and clear manner, with lots of interesting stories and above all the writer as a great sense of humour which brings it all together. The book has over a decade now, would love to see an updated version as some of the topics have developed significantly since this book was published, none the less, it truly is a book worth reading.