1832 Life of Isaac Newton Science Mathematics Astronomy
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1832 Life of Isaac Newton Science Mathematics Astronomy Harper David Brewster
“I can calculate the motion of heavenly bodies but not the madness of people.”
― Isaac Newton
David Brewster was a well-known Scottish mathematician and astronomer who made significant contributions to optics and philosophical astronomy. He is most remembered for his biographical account of Isaac Newton and a work, ‘More Worlds than One’ which explored the possibility of multiple universes.
In addition to the early events of Newton’s life, Brewster covers Newton’s mathematical and astronomical experiments in “The Life of Sir Isaac Newton”. This book details Newton’s first telescope construction, developing better astronomical technology, philosophies, and theories on behavior of light, and a chronology of Newton’s works.
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BREWSTER, David
The life of Sir Isaac Newton
New York: J&J Harper, 1832.
Details:
Collation: Complete with all pages
[9], 10-323
16 wood engravings
Language: English
Binding: Hardcover; tight & secure
Size: ~6.25in X 4in (16cm x 10cm)
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“I can calculate the motion of heavenly bodies but not the madness of people.”
― Isaac Newton
David Brewster was a well-known Scottish mathematician and astronomer who made significant contributions to optics and philosophical astronomy. He is most remembered for his biographical account of Isaac Newton and a work, ‘More Worlds than One’ which explored the possibility of multiple universes.
In addition to the early events of Newton’s life, Brewster covers Newton’s mathematical and astronomical experiments in “The Life of Sir Isaac Newton”. This book details Newton’s first telescope construction, developing better astronomical technology, philosophies, and theories on behavior of light, and a chronology of Newton’s works.
Item number: #12122
Price: $399
BREWSTER, David
The life of Sir Isaac Newton
New York: J&J Harper, 1832.
Details:
Collation: Complete with all pages
[9], 10-323
16 wood engravings
Language: English
Binding: Hardcover; tight & secure
Size: ~6.25in X 4in (16cm x 10cm)
Our Guarantee:
Very Fast. Very Safe. Free Shipping Worldwide.
Customer satisfaction is our priority! Notify us with 7 days of receiving, and we will offer a full refund without reservation!
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