Magnificent Principia : exploring Isaac Newton's masterpiece
Pask, Colin, 1943-2013
Book
Will help you appreciate what many regard as the greatest scientific contribution of all time. An accessible guided tour through Newtons masterpiece. Using the final edition of the "Principia," Pask clearly demonstrates how it sets out Newtons (and now our) approach to science.
Main title:
Author:
Imprint:
Amherst, New York : Prometheus Books, 2013.
Collation:
528 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm.
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references (p. 513-523) and index.
Contents:
Introductory material -- How the Principia begins -- Developing the basics of dynamics -- On to more complex situations -- About Principia Book II -- The majestic Principia Book III -- Reception and influence of Principia.
ISBN:
9781616147457 (hardcover)1616147458 (hbk)
Dewey class:
531
LC class:
QA803
Language:
English
Subject:
BRN:
5726
| Location | Collection | Call number | Status/Desc |
|---|---|---|---|
| Library at the Dock | -Science and Nature | SCIENCE 531 PASK | Available |