The book "High Performance Liquid Chromatography: Fallstricke und Fehlerquellen der HPLC in Bildern" by Dr. V. R. Meyer, published by Hüthig Verlag in 1996, is a practical guide to troubleshooting and error identification in high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC). The author draws on her extensive experience to provide a collection of common errors, their recognition, and resolution. The book is not a traditional textbook or troubleshooting manual but rather a practical reference that explains key concepts such as chromatographic and statistical fundamentals, Van Deemter curves, and apparatus construction. Each double-page spread includes a detailed explanation of a typical error, illustrated with a chromatogram or diagram, along with the exact experimental conditions under which it occurs. The book also covers interesting comparisons between different phase materials and detailed studies on peak tailing and resolution affecting quantification of overlapping peaks. It concludes with a chapter on strategies for error reduction and quality assurance, including topics like equipment testing, good laboratory practice, validation, and accreditation. The book serves as a valuable resource for anyone working with HPLC, offering practical insights and solutions to common issues.The book "High Performance Liquid Chromatography: Fallstricke und Fehlerquellen der HPLC in Bildern" by Dr. V. R. Meyer, published by Hüthig Verlag in 1996, is a practical guide to troubleshooting and error identification in high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC). The author draws on her extensive experience to provide a collection of common errors, their recognition, and resolution. The book is not a traditional textbook or troubleshooting manual but rather a practical reference that explains key concepts such as chromatographic and statistical fundamentals, Van Deemter curves, and apparatus construction. Each double-page spread includes a detailed explanation of a typical error, illustrated with a chromatogram or diagram, along with the exact experimental conditions under which it occurs. The book also covers interesting comparisons between different phase materials and detailed studies on peak tailing and resolution affecting quantification of overlapping peaks. It concludes with a chapter on strategies for error reduction and quality assurance, including topics like equipment testing, good laboratory practice, validation, and accreditation. The book serves as a valuable resource for anyone working with HPLC, offering practical insights and solutions to common issues.