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With insights into the early days of organic synthesis and stereoisomerism, this narrative illustrates the ongoing relevance of Thorpes observation in Chapter 10 “Organic chemistry has been largely developed by the discovery from time to time of special reagents and special types of reactions which have shown themselves to be capable of extensive application.” Join us as we unravel the scientific breakthroughs that shaped the 20th century and beyond. (Summary by J. M. 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With insights into the early days of organic synthesis and stereoisomerism, this narrative illustrates the ongoing relevance of Thorpes observation in Chapter 10 “Organic chemistry has been largely developed by the discovery from time to time of special reagents and special types of reactions which have shown themselves to be capable of extensive application.” Join us as we unravel the scientific breakthroughs that shaped the 20th century and beyond. (Summary by J. M. 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