This book provides a wide representation of the interests, problems, and diverse philosophic issues that preoccupied the greatest scientific mind of the 17th century. Grouped in sections corresponding to methods, principles, and theological considerations, these selections feature explanatory notes and cross-references to related essays. 1953 edition. Unabridged republication of the New York, 1953 edition.
A Source Book in Mathematics by David Eugene Smith The writings of Newton, Leibniz, Pascal, Riemann, Bernouilli, and others in a comprehensive selection of 125 treatises, articles from the Renaissance to the end of the 19th century. Number, algebra, geometry, probability, calculus, more.
A Treatise of the System of the World by Sir Isaac Newton Originally written as part of Principia Mathematica, this volume is a popular discussion of the author's theory of universal gravitation. It is appropriate for upper-level undergraduates and graduate students.
