H2O: The Incredible Story of Water Told by Marco Ciardi and Silvano Fuso
*H2O. L'incredibile storia dell'acqua*, released by Il mulino in 2026, is a collaborative work by science historian Marco Ciardi and chemistry educator Silvano Fuso. This publication delves into the historical background and origins of the water formula, which is frequently seen in marketing yet has a lesser-known complex past. The narrative starts with Greek thinkers such as Thales of Miletus, who regarded water as the foundational element of everything. A review by Valentina Domenici and Anita Romanello, dated September 29, 2026, commends the book for its clarity and innovative approach, showcasing the authors' knowledge and tracing the formula's evolution from ancient theories to contemporary notation, shedding light on what is often ignored about water.
Fatti principali
- The book H2O. L'incredibile storia dell'acqua was published by Il mulino in 2026.
- It is written by Marco Ciardi, a science historian and popularizer, and Silvano Fuso, a chemistry teacher and science communicator.
- The review was published on Doppiozero on September 29, 2026, authored by Valentina Domenici and Anita Romanello.
- The book recounts the history and origins of the chemical formula for water, H2O.
- The narrative starts with Greek philosophers of the seventh and sixth centuries BC, such as Thales of Miletus.
- Thales of Miletus identified water as the archè, the first principle of all things.
- The formula H2O is commonly known and used in marketing for cleaning products and soft drinks.
- The review's title is 'Tu non sai l'acqua cosa è'.
Entità
Artisti
- Valentina Domenici
- Anita Romanello
- Marco Ciardi
- Silvano Fuso
- Thales of Miletus
Istituzioni
- Il mulino
- Doppiozero
Luoghi
- Miletus
- Greece