Daniel Bernoulli's Hydrodynamica, published in 1738, marks the first appearance of many topics central to modern science, from the kinetic theory of gases to the principles of jet propulsion. John Bernoulli's Hydraulica, published in 1743, supplements his son's book and deals primary with hydraulics. 104 illustrations.
Our Editors also recommend:
Space and Time by Emile Borel This classic covers geometry and the shape of the earth, space and time in astronomy, abstract geometry and geographical maps, continuity and topology, the propagation of light, more. 1926 edition. 15 figures.
