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Reading the Principia: The Debate on Newton's Mathematical Methods for Natural Philosophy from 1687 to 1736 Guicciardini, Niccolo (Professor in History of Science, Universita degli Studi, Bologna, Italy)
Reading the Principia: The Debate on Newton's Mathematical Methods for Natural Philosophy from 1687 to 1736
Guicciardini, Niccolo (Professor in History of Science, Universita degli Studi, Bologna, Italy)
The mathematical methods employed by Newton in the Principia stimulated much debate among contemporaries. This book explains how Newton addressed these issues, taking into consideration the values that directed his research. It will be of interest to researchers and students in history and philosophy of science, physics, mathematics and astronomy.
292 pages, 43 b/w illus.
| Media | Books Paperback Book (Book with soft cover and glued back) |
| Released | October 30, 2003 |
| ISBN13 | 9780521544030 |
| Publishers | Cambridge University Press |
| Pages | 292 |
| Dimensions | 192 × 246 × 17 mm · 592 g |
| Language | English |