Elémens de la philosophie de Neuton: Mis à la portée de tout le monde by Voltaire

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Author Voltaire, 1694-1778
Contributor Du Châtelet, Gabrielle Emilie Le Tonnelier de Breteuil, marquise, 1706-1749
Title Elémens de la philosophie de Neuton: Mis à la portée de tout le monde
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Summary "Éléments de la philosophie de Neuton" by Voltaire is a scientific publication written in the 18th century. This work serves as an accessible introduction to the philosophy and discoveries of Sir Isaac Newton, aiming to demystify complex scientific concepts for the general public. The text explores Newton's principles related to light, gravity, and motion, while also addressing misconceptions propagated by past philosophers. At the start of the book, the author addresses the reader directly, explaining that the aim is to clarify truths from Newton's findings as a tribute to both Newton and the intellectual progress of the time. The opening includes a poetic homage to Newton intertwined with discussions of light and its properties, setting the tone for a rational exploration of nature's laws. Voltaire critiques former scientific notions, particularly those held by the ancients and contemporaries like Descartes, while asserting the necessity of empirical evidence in understanding natural phenomena. He emphasizes the need for clarity in the study of light, introducing the foundational concepts that will be elaborated throughout the text. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class QA: Science: Mathematics
LoC Class QC: Science: Physics
Subject Mathematics -- Early works to 1800
Subject Science -- Early works to 1800
Subject Physics -- Early works to 1800
Subject Newton, Isaac, Sir, 1642-1727
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EBook-No. 50340
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Most Recently Updated Jan 18, 2016
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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