Synopses & Reviews
The near century (1630-1720) that separates the important astronomical findings of Galileo Galilei (1564-1642) and the vastly influential mathematical work of Sir Isaac Newton (1642-1727) represents a pivotal stage of transition in the history of science. Tracing the revolution in physics initiated by Galileo and culminating in Newton's achievements, this book surveys the work of Huygens, Leeuwenhoek, Boyle, Descartes, and others. 35 illustrations.
Synopsis
Intellectual grandeur of work of Galileo, Huygens, Leeuwenhoek, Boyle, Descartes, Newton, others. 34 illus.
Synopsis
Tracing the revolution in physics initiated by Galileo and culminating in Newton's achievements, this book surveys the work of Huygens, Leeuwenhoek, Boyle, Descartes, and others. 35 illustrations.
Table of Contents
I Science in Transition
II The Galilean Revolution in Physics
III Nature's Language
IV The Method of Science
V "Florence, London, Paris"
VI Exploring the Large and the Small
VII Problems of Living Things
VIII Elements and Particles
IX Experimental Physics
X Newton and the World of Law
XI The Age of Newton
Epilogue
BIBLIOGRAPHY AND REFERENCES
INDEX