Isaac Newton and natural philosophy
Niccolò Guicciardini (Author)
Niccolo Guicciardini's enlightening biography offers an accessible introduction to Newton's celebrated work in mathematics, optics and astronomy and to how Newton viewed these scientific fields in relation to his quest for the deepest secrets of the universe, matter theory and religion.
Biographies
1 online resource
9781780239484, 1780239483
1082341415
Print version:
Cover; Title Page; Imprint Page; Contents; Introduction: Images of Newton; 1. From Woolsthorpe to Cambridge, 1642-1664; 2. Early Achievements, 1665-1668; 3. A Young Professor and His Audience, 1669-1674; 4. A Maturing Scholar, 1675-1683; 5. Natural Philosopher, 1684-1695; 6. The Last Years, 1696-1727; Chronology; References; Bibliography; Acknowledgements; Photo Acknowledgements; Index