Newton--A New Era in Celestial Mechanics--The Discovery Journey 19

Author: [French] Jean-Pierre Maury Original Author: Lin Chengqin Translated by
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Publishing Date: 2001-08-01
Features: From the apple falling, he understood the principles of planetary motion; Newton absorbed all the scientific knowledge of his time, integrating a complete theory to explain all observable phenomena. His Principia Mathematica, laid the foundation for modern science. This man of great mind, however, led a hermit-like life. This book includes: An Unexpected Holiday; The Birth of Modern Astronomy; From Reflecting Telescope to Universal Gravitation; Universal Gravitation; Victories, Victories, and More!