Organosulfur Chemistry for the Twenty-First Century

Organosulfur Chemistry for the Twenty-First Century is arranged according to sulfur functionality, with subdivisions covering history, properties and structural features, synthesis and applications in organic synthesis (including name reactions), comparison with organoselenium compounds, natural occurrence and applications. Several related types of sulfur functionalities are grouped together in the same chapter, while material that span several chapters are treated as special topics. The first chapter includes general concepts that apply to all classes of compounds. Appendices include useful tables. This book highlights twenty-first century organosulfur chemistry while recognizing historical aspects.

This book is the first comprehensive volume in over 35 years. Professor Block has long been an international leader in many aspects of organosulfur chemistry, very highly regarded in the community. His vast experience and his sustained enthusiastic interest in organosulfur chemistry assembles the highest quality content in each chapter.