lawrence rocks (born august 27, 1933 in new york city) is an american chemist and writer. he wrote a book called "the energy crisis" (crown, 1972). he has been in "time" magazine. he was also in "national review" and he has spoken to the united nations. he has appeared on "the today show", and "to tell the truth". he has been a guest on "the mike douglas show", and had a column in king features syndicate.