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Burton Feldman’s The Nobel Prize is a rarity. First, it is the only history
of the Nobel’s foundation and progress. Second, it’s not dull. Superbly written,
it is critical, serious but never solemn. It’s an irresistible tale of the
awards and their winners, choices and behind-the-scenes convulsions. A triumph.
Published by Arcade, $29.95, ISBN 155970537X.