| Author |
Newton, Isaac, 1642-1727 |
| Title |
Philosophiae Naturalis Principia Mathematica
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 31.9 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Credits |
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| Summary |
"Philosophiæ Naturalis Principia Mathematica" by Isaac Newton is a scientific publication written in the late 17th century. The work is a foundational text in the fields of physics and mathematics, addressing the laws of motion and universal gravitation. It explores the mathematical principles governing the motion of celestial bodies and the forces that act upon them. The opening of this monumental work introduces the context and purpose behind Newton's explorations into mathematics and natural philosophy. It discusses the importance of mechanics in understanding the natural world, emphasizing the relationship between mathematics and philosophical inquiry. Newton outlines his method while addressing prior beliefs and theories, affirming his aim to derive natural phenomena from mathematical laws. This introduction sets the stage for a detailed examination of physical principles, beginning with definitions and laws that illustrate his revolutionary ideas in motion and gravitation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Latin |
| LoC Class |
QA: Science: Mathematics
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| Subject |
Mechanics -- Early works to 1800
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| Subject |
Celestial mechanics -- Early works to 1800
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
28233 |
| Release Date |
Mar 1, 2009 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Mar 2, 2009 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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