Sophus Lie (1842-1899) is one of Norways greatest scientific talents. His
mathematical works have made him famous around the world no less than Niels
Henrik Abel. The terms "Lie groups" and "Lie algebra" are part of the standard
mathematical vocabulary. In his comprehensive biography the author Arild
Stubhaug introduces us to both the person Sophus Lie and his time. We follow him
through: childhood at the vicarage in Nordfjordeid; his youthful years in Moss;
education in Christiania; travels in Europe; and learn about his contacts with
the leading mathematicians of his time.