Newton: A Very Short Introduction - R. Iliffe
Newton: A Very Short Introduction - R. Iliffe Newton's reputation was the subject of intense debate long before his death in 1727. For the vast majority of scholars, however, his groundbreaking…
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Newton: A Very Short Introduction - R. Iliffe
Newton's reputation was the subject of intense debate long before his death in 1727. For the vast majority of scholars, however, his groundbreaking approach to science overrode all else.This book makes use of previously unpublished private writings and manuscript sources to present a concise exploration of the internal springs of Newton's complex character. While alive, numerous opponents sought to topple his theories, and his views on religion were considered by many to be unorthodox.
Newton will gratify readers who are interested in the real history behind one of the world's most legendary Robert Iliffe describes Newton's studies in fields ranging from alchemy, physics, and mathematics, as well as his controversial religious beliefs, and concludes with a consideration of the legacy left after his demise.