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Examines the contributions of Isaac Newton to the history of science and mathematics, detailing his research on calculus, formulation of the laws of motion and universal gravitation, discovery of some of the principles of light, and fascination with astrology, alchemy, and theology.
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| Language: | English |
| Edition: | First U.S. edition. |
| Series: | Ackroyd, Peter, 1949- Ackroyd's brief lives.
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| Summary: | Examines the contributions of Isaac Newton to the history of science and mathematics, detailing his research on calculus, formulation of the laws of motion and universal gravitation, discovery of some of the principles of light, and fascination with astrology, alchemy, and theology. |
| Item Description: | Originally published: Great Britain : Chatto & Windus, 2006. |
| Physical Description: | xi, 176 pages, 8 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations ; 19 cm. |
| Bibliography: | Includes bibliographical references (pages [169]-170) and index. |
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New York :
Nan A. Talese/Doubleday,
[2008]
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| ISBN: | 0385507992 9780385507998 |
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| Call Number: |
QC16.N7 A48 2008 |
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| QC16.N7 A48 2008 | Available Place a Hold |