Historical Essay On The First Publication Of Sir Isaac Newton's Principia (1838)

by Stephen Peter Rigaud

Book Overview

Historical Essay On The First Publication Of Sir Isaac Newton�������s Principia (1838) is a book written by Stephen Peter Rigaud. This book is a historical account of the first publication of Sir Isaac Newton's Principia Mathematica, which is considered as one of the most important works in the history of science. The book provides a detailed analysis of the circumstances surrounding the publication of Principia Mathematica, including the political and social context of the time. It also delves into the controversies and criticisms that the work faced upon its release. The author uses a variety of primary sources, including letters and manuscripts, to provide a comprehensive and detailed account of the publication of Principia Mathematica. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of science and the life and work of Sir Isaac Newton.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: 1164670832
• ISBN13: 9781164670834
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 200 Pages
• Weight: 0.78 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 7.5" x 9.3"