The book "Preparative Chromatography Techniques" provides a comprehensive introduction to the methods of preparative chromatography, which are crucial for the isolation of bioactive compounds from natural sources. In recent years, research on plant, marine, and microbial compounds has gained importance, particularly due to the success of products like Paclitaxel and Artemisinin in medicine. This specialized book is aimed at both industry and academia and addresses the need for efficient chromatographic techniques for the rapid isolation of target compounds. The authors, K. Hostettmann, Andrew Marston, and Maryse Hostettmann, highlight the challenges and opportunities associated with obtaining pure products from complex extracts. The book is a valuable resource for researchers involved in the identification and characterization of new compounds, offering insights into the various methods that can be employed to optimize the isolation process.