An Essay on Newton's "Principia,"

By W.W. Rouse Ball

Book Overview

""An Essay on Newton's Principia"" is a book written by W. W. Rouse Ball that provides an in-depth analysis and explanation of Isaac Newton's seminal work, ""Philosophi����� Naturalis Principia Mathematica"" (Mathematical Principles of Natural Philosophy), commonly known as the ""Principia"". The book covers a wide range of topics, including Newton's laws of motion, the law of universal gravitation, the principles of calculus, and the application of these concepts to the study of celestial mechanics. Ball's writing is clear and concise, making the complex concepts accessible to readers with a basic understanding of mathematics and physics. The book also includes historical context and biographical information about Newton, providing a deeper understanding of the significance of his work. Overall, ""An Essay on Newton's Principia"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of science and the development of modern physics.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1430494123
• ISBN13: 9781430494126
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 188 Pages
• Weight: 0.62 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"