The Mathematical Papers of Isaac Newton: Volume 4, 1674-1684 (Paperback)

This volume reproduces the texts of a number of important, yet relatively minor papers, many written during a period of Newton's life (1677-84) which has been regarded as mathematically barren except for his Lucasian lectures on algebra (which appear in Volume V). Part 1 concerns itself with his growing mastery of interpolation by finite differences, culminating in his rule for divided differences. Part 2 deals with his contemporary advances in the pure and analytical geometry of curves. Part 3 contains the extant text of two intended treatises on fluxions and infinite series: the Geometria Curvilinea (c. 1680), and his Matheseos Universalis Specimina (1684). A general introduction summarizes the sparse details of Newton's personal life during the period, one - from 1677 onwards - of almost total isolation from his contemporaries. A concluding appendix surveys highlights in his mathematical correspondence during 1674-6 with Collins, Dary, John Smith and above all Leibniz.

General

Imprint:	Cambridge UniversityPress
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Series:	The Mathematical Papers of Sir Isaac Newton
Release date:	2008
First published:	2008
Authors:	Isaac Newton
Editors:	D.T. Whiteside
Dimensions:	244 x 37 x 170mm (L x W x H)
Format:	Paperback - Trade
Pages:	722
ISBN-13:	978-0-521-04583-4
Categories:	Books > Science & Mathematics > Mathematics > History of mathematics Books > Science & Mathematics > Science: general issues > History of science
LSN:	0-521-04583-5
Barcode:	9780521045834

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