Unpublished Scientific Papers of Isaac Newton: A selection from the Portsmouth Collection in the University Library, Cambridge

by Cambridge University Press

Overview

First published in 1962, this volume collects together some of Newton's most important scientific papers. Chosen primarily to illustrate Newton's ideas on the nature of matter, the papers afford valuable insights into Newton's development as a scientist and his ideas of the world that science explores. The six sections are entitled: Mathematics, Mechanics, Theory of Matter, Manuscripts related to the Principia, Education and Notes. Each section has a critical introduction to set the manuscripts in perspective and to discuss their implications. English translations of the Latin documents are given.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780521294362
Publisher:	Cambridge University Press
Publication date:	12/14/1978
Edition description:	Revised ed.
Pages:	448
Product dimensions:	5.90(w) x 9.00(h) x 1.20(d)

Table of Contents

Foreword; List of plates; Preface; A note on the History of Newton's Manuscripts; Newton manuscripts in the Cambridge University Library printed in this volume; Abbreviations; Part I. Mathematics; Part II. Mechanics; Part III. Theory of Matter; Part IV. Manuscripts related to the Principia; Part V. Education; Part VI. Notes; Index.