The Elements Of Newton's Philosophy by Voltaire
Explained by Mr. Voltaire
A clear, accessible introduction to early modern natural philosophy, this work explains the laws of motion and universal gravitation, the experimental study of light and color through prisms, and the structure of the cosmos, while challenging Cartesian vortices and speculative metaphysics. Emphasizing observation, experiment, and mathematical reasoning, it translates complex scientific ideas into plain language for a broad audience and reflects on the implications of space, time, and natural causes for understanding the physical world.
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- 1738
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- The Elements of Sir Isaac Newton's Philosophy
- Éléments de la philosophie de Newton
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