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Title: Abel's Proof
Review: This book is intelligently written and does not assume advanced mathematics. Look for it to become a classic. It includes, as an appendix, Pesic's translation of Abel's 1824 paper "Memoir on algebraic equations, in which is demonstrated the impossibility of solving the general equation of the fifth degree", along with a brief commentary. Two additional appendices further help in understanding Abel's paper. In his notes, Pesic offers a wealth of suggestions for reading beyond his book.The story is of mathematicians' pursuit of solving polynomial equations. Pesic tells this story with concision, clarity and brilliant elegance. Technical details are boxed and separate from the main text. Not only does this allow readers to bypass such details if they choose but, in being highlighted, the details can be easily located later.
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