Frequently Asked Questions

I'm doing a project on Alfred Nobel and need some information on his life and work.
The section Alfred Nobel - Biographical features several articles providing biographical accounts about his life and the companies he built up. See, for example, "Alfred Nobel's Life and Work - for Gradeschoolers."

Where can I find the last will of Alfred Nobel?
Alfred Nobel's Will – Full Text
Alfred Nobel's Will – Excerpt
Alfred Nobel's Will – Slide Show (This 17-minute slide show marks the major events leading to the awarding of the first Nobel Prizes.)

How do you pronounce 'Nobel'?
'Nobel' is the surname of Alfred Nobel, founder of the Nobel Prize. It is pronounced 'noh-bel'.