Ein Aufleuchtender Blitz: Niels Henrik Abel Und Seine Zeit

By Arild Stubhaug

Book Overview

Read about the dramatic life of an outstanding mathematical genius: Niels Henrik Abel (1802-1829). Arild Stubhaug, who is both a historian and a mathematician, has written the definitive biography of Niels Henrik Abel. The Norwegian original edition was a sensational success, and Arild Stubhaug was awarded the most prestigious Norwegian literary prize (Brageprisen) in the category non-fiction. Everyone with an interest in the history of mathematics and science will enjoy reading this book on one of the most famous mathematicians of the 19th century.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 3540668349
• ISBN13: 9783540668343
• Release Date: April 2000
• Publisher: Springer
• Length: 580 Pages
• Weight: 2.51 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 6.5" x 9.6"