Summary of The Periodic Table

The Periodic Table by Primo Levi is a collection of autobiographical stories about the author's experience as a chemist and survivor of the Holocaust. It covers topics such as the role of chemistry in his life, his Jewish identity, and his time in Auschwitz. The stories are interspersed with scientific facts and anecdotes from Levi's life. While the book touches on some of Levi's most difficult moments, it is ultimately a celebration of the transformative power of science and the human capacity for resilience.