The Merchant of Death? Alfred Nobel (1833-1896)

Chronicles the life and work of Alfred Nobel, who stabilized and exploited high explosives and who also established the Nobel Prizes. Explores some of the tragedies and anomalies in Nobel's life, recounting the death of his brother in an explosives accident, his romantic involvements, and the inner struggle that led him to create the Nobel Prizes., Chronicles the life and work of Alfred Nobel, who stabilized and exploited high explosives and who also established the Nobel Prizes. Explores some of the tragedies and anomalies in Nobel's life, recounting the death of his brother in an explosives accident, his romantic involvements, and the inner struggle that led him to create the Nobel Prizes.