Berlinski
Newton's Gift
- ISBN 13:
- 9780743217767
- author:
- Berlinski
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Simon & Schuster
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2002
- Pages:
- 236
- Genre:
- Engineering & Technology Biographies & True Stories Textbook
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Sir Isaac Newton's life was marked by both profound scientific breakthroughs and personal turmoil. This engaging biography recovers the man behind the mathematical theories that shaped our understanding of the world. From an unremarkable childhood to his groundbreaking work at Cambridge, Newton's story is one of perseverance and innovation. His Principia Mathematica, a foundational text in physics, was the culmination of years of solitary work. However, this achievement came at a cost, as Newton's personal relationships suffered due to his intense focus on his research. This book offers an edifying appreciation of Newton's greatest accomplishment, while also providing a touching portrait of a complex and often troubled individual.
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