Orgo sucks, but this makes it suck a whole lot less; In fact, it made Orgo just about tolerable. Kids these days! The explanations are clearer, the problems for practice are more sensible, and the book design is excellent. If you are struggling with Orgo, check this book out, it could save your GPA! porter1236353 . Please try again. this book is amazing, i am terrible at chemistry and am finding it so easy to learn basic topics from this book - i haven't even touched my course required textbook because this book is so much easier to understand. - eBay Money Back Guarantee - opens in new window or tab, Book is in Like New / near Mint Condition. The Organic Chemistry as a Second Language series as a whole is fantastic. There was a problem loading your book clubs. In order to navigate out of this carousel please use your heading shortcut key to navigate to the next or previous heading. When it came to complex things, I had to refer to other sources. Something went wrong. Then you can start reading Kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. This is NOT a PHYSICAL BOOK. Easy to read and to understand. This edition explores the major principles in the field and explains why they are relevant. The Organic Chemistry as a Second Language series as a whole is fantastic. 3 comments. Reviewed in the United States on October 16, 2020. This bar-code number lets you verify that you're getting exactly the right version or edition of a book. This item will be shipped through the Global Shipping Program and includes international tracking. These books (both first semester and second semester topics) are a must-have if you want to do really well in your organic chemistry courses. I just wish I had gotten my hands on it sooner! Cannot recommend enough for anyone taking Organic Chemistry, extremely accessible and teaches many useful strategies. Interest will be charged to your account from the purchase date if the balance is not paid in full within 6 months. This was hands down the most helpful book I bought for Organic Chemistry. Book is in Like New / near Mint Condition. The 13-digit and 10-digit formats both work. All in all definately worth it. They are the "plain English" explanations that you simply won't get with most textbooks, which are highly technical and can be difficult to understand at times. See other items ... Organic Chemistry As a Second Language: Second Semester Topics - VERY GOOD. For me, just memorizing the material doesn't work. Reviewed in the United States on December 3, 2016. With David Klein's Organic Chemistry as a Second Language: Translating the Basic Concepts, you'll be able to better understand fundamental principles, solve problems, and focus on what you need to know to succeed. It explains most mechanisms in clear detail, with arrow pushing as well as verbal explanations. Study Guide: Ace Organic Chemistry I - The EASY Guide to Ace Organic Chemistry I: (Organic Chemistry Study Guide, Organic Chemistry Review, Concepts, Reaction Mechanisms and Summaries). share. All of the concepts are explained in layman's terms and there are practice problems to help with further understanding the material. See my review for the 1st semester edition for more detail. Gift for a relative in 2nd year of bio-chem degree. The PayPal Credit account is issued by Synchrony Bank. This thread is archived. To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. Helps really focus your study on what you need to know, without all the needless review of inorganic and the peripheral topics. So...pretty much like kids during any other... To see what your friends thought of this book, Really helpful, clearly laid out the concepts and was interactive so I got some practice doing the problems too. Reviewed in the United States on May 15, 2012. I love this book. Enter your mobile number or email address below and we'll send you a link to download the free Kindle App. Organic chemistry can be a challenging subject. Copyright © 1995-2020 eBay Inc. All Rights Reserved. I absolutely adore this book and it is a great supplement to any organic class. My skin is noticeable more even, feels hydrated and smooth! Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. The best book you will ever buy/rent to get you through Organic Chemistry. I am an older, non-traditional student and I have found this book to be a sanity saver! This book was extremely helpful in my first semester of chemistry. Get a better grade in your second semester of Organic Chemistry. This book only goes up to mechanisms (SN1/SN2/E1/E2). I certainly plan on ordering the Klein second semester topics as well. Reviewed in the United States on November 10, 2020. It is written in a way that clearly shows the patterns in organic chemistry so that readers can gain a deeper conceptual understanding of the material. What a great companion book to supplement the textbook. Prime members enjoy FREE Delivery and exclusive access to music, movies, TV shows, original audio series, and Kindle books. Reviewed in the United States on September 16, 2020. The 2nd volume of the book is a totally different story though. Unable to add item to List. If you reside in an EU member state besides UK, import VAT on this purchase is not recoverable. This is the only way I made it through Orgo (with a good final mark!) This book breaks down topics for people who aren't as great at comprehending text or pictures. It also analyzes reviews to verify trustworthiness. Use the Amazon App to scan ISBNs and compare prices. View cart for details. Great book and explains things exceptionally well! Organic Chemistry Fundamentals (Quick Study Academic). Step-by-step instruction with understandable explanations. Organic Chemistry I For Dummies (For Dummies (Lifestyle)), Solutions Manual to accompany Organic Chemistry. I am now excited about (vs terrified of) O-Chem. It explains most mechanisms in clear detail, with arrow pushing as well as verbal explanations.