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5%OFFArild Stubhaug - NIELS HENRIK ABEL and his Times: Called Too Soon by Flames Afar - 9783540668343 - V9783540668343
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NIELS HENRIK ABEL and his Times: Called Too Soon by Flames Afar

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Description for NIELS HENRIK ABEL and his Times: Called Too Soon by Flames Afar hardcover. This is the life of a Norwegian mathematical genius: Niels Henrik Abel (1802-1829). The author is himself both a historian and a mathematician. Translator(s): Daly, R.H. Num Pages: 580 pages, 27 black & white illustrations, 15 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: 1DNN; BG; PB; PDX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 178 x 245 x 39. Weight in Grams: 1030.
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.

Product Details

Format
Hardback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
Springer Germany
Number of pages
580
Condition
New
Number of Pages
580
Place of Publication
Berlin, Germany
ISBN
9783540668343
SKU
V9783540668343
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"I first read the book in the original Norwegian and found it impossible to put down. This is a truly remarkable book that takes you inside the life and passion of a mathematician. Anybody with or without a mathematical background can enjoy it." Mathematical Reviews Issue 2001 h "This book, originally published in 1996 in Norwegian, ... Read more

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