Review of the first edition: '... recommended reading for practitioners of Solid State Chemistry ... It will be a valuable reference work for solid state chemists, physicists and materials scientists because of its comprehensive coverage ...' Journal of Solid State Chemistry Review of the first edition: 'No serious student of solid state chemistry ... can afford to be without ready access to this book. It contributes to the stature and respectibility of the subject and will be a standard text for many years to come.' Chemistry in Britain Review of the first edition: '... a notable service to the field of solid state chemistry ... It will be of considerable use to all those working in this field.' Times Higher Education Supplement