Publisher's Synopsis
Alfred Nobel: Dynamite King, Architect Of Peace is a biography written by Herta E. Pauli that tells the story of the life of Alfred Nobel. Nobel was a Swedish chemist, engineer, and inventor who is best known for inventing dynamite. However, he was also a pacifist who believed in the power of science to bring about peace. The book follows Nobel's life from his childhood in Sweden to his later years as a successful businessman and philanthropist. It explores his early experiments with explosives and his eventual invention of dynamite, which revolutionized the construction industry but also led to its use as a weapon of war. Despite his success as an inventor, Nobel was deeply troubled by the destructive potential of his creation. He became a vocal advocate for peace and established the Nobel Prizes in his will as a way to promote scientific and cultural achievements that would benefit humanity. Through interviews with Nobel's family and friends, as well as extensive research, Pauli paints a vivid portrait of a complex and fascinating man. She also provides insights into the social and political climate of the time, including the rise of industrialization and the arms race between nations. Alfred Nobel: Dynamite King, Architect Of Peace is a compelling biography that sheds light on the life and legacy of one of the most influential inventors of the 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of science, technology, and peace activism.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
