The first alchemists and chemists, including the "father of modern chemistry" Lavoisier, were rich noblemen indulging in a hobby. It's true, being free from the

The first alchemists and chemists, including the "father of modern chemistry" Lavoisier, were rich noblemen indulging in a hobby. It's true, being free from the need to earn your daily bread means you can study what you like. If only it were so for all of us