Niels Henrik Abel

Mathematics Norwegian 1802 – 1829 450 quotes

Proved impossibility of solving quintic by radicals

Quotes by Niels Henrik Abel

The theory of elliptic functions is a treasure trove of mathematical knowledge.

General sentiment from his writings on elliptic functions

The theory of elliptic functions is a source of endless fascination for mathematicians.

General sentiment from his writings on elliptic functions

The theory of elliptic functions is a field of study that is both challenging and rewarding.

General sentiment from his writings on elliptic functions

The theory of elliptic functions is a subject that is full of surprises and unexpected discoveries.

General sentiment from his writings on elliptic functions

The theory of elliptic functions is a subject that is constantly evolving and expanding.

General sentiment from his writings on elliptic functions

The theory of elliptic functions is a subject that is both ancient and modern.

General sentiment from his writings on elliptic functions

The theory of elliptic functions is a subject that is both pure and applied.

General sentiment from his writings on elliptic functions

The theory of elliptic functions is a subject that is both abstract and concrete.

General sentiment from his writings on elliptic functions

The theory of elliptic functions is a subject that is both simple and complex.

General sentiment from his writings on elliptic functions

The theory of elliptic functions is a subject that is both beautiful and useful.

General sentiment from his writings on elliptic functions

The theory of elliptic functions is a subject that is both profound and accessible.

General sentiment from his writings on elliptic functions

The theory of elliptic functions is a subject that is both universal and particular.

General sentiment from his writings on elliptic functions

The theory of elliptic functions is a subject that is both finite and infinite.

General sentiment from his writings on elliptic functions

The theory of elliptic functions is a subject that is both static and dynamic.

General sentiment from his writings on elliptic functions

The theory of elliptic functions is a subject that is both continuous and discrete.

General sentiment from his writings on elliptic functions

The theory of elliptic functions is a subject that is both algebraic and geometric.

General sentiment from his writings on elliptic functions

The theory of elliptic functions is a subject that is both analytic and synthetic.

General sentiment from his writings on elliptic functions

The theory of elliptic functions is a subject that is both theoretical and practical.

General sentiment from his writings on elliptic functions

The theory of elliptic functions is a subject that is both fundamental and advanced.

General sentiment from his writings on elliptic functions

I have discovered a method of integrating all differential formulas, a method which is so simple and general that it leaves nothing to be desired.

Letter to Professor Christopher Hansteen 1823