  In this review article we provide an overview of the field of atomic
structure of light atoms in strong magnetic fields. There is a very rich
history of this field which dates back to the very birth of quantum mechanics.
At various points in the past significant discoveries in science and technology
have repeatedly served to rejuvenate interest in atomic structure in strong
fields, broadly speaking, resulting in three eras in the development of this
field; the historical, the classical and the modern eras. The motivations for
studying atomic structure have also changed significantly as time progressed.
The review presents a chronological summary of the major advances that occurred
during these eras and discusses new insights and impetus gained. The review is
concluded with a description of the latest findings and the future prospects
for one of the most remarkably cutting-edge fields of research in science
today.
