This book looks at how Newton's theories can be linked to modern day problems and solutions in physics. Newton created an abstract system of theorizing which has been applied to all aspects of the physical world, however he had difficulties in persuading his contemporaries of its unique merits. A detailed study of Newton's writings, published and unpublished, suggests that he had an almost archetypally powerful mode of thinking guaranteed to produce 'correct' results even in areas of physics where systematic study only began long after his time. Newton and Modern Physics investigates this phenomenon, looking at examples of where Newton's principles have relevance to modern day thinking — the study of Newton's work in both seventeenth century and present-day contexts helps to enhance our understanding of both.
- ISBN13 9781786343307
- Publish Date 26 September 2017 (first published 7 August 2017)
- Publish Status Active
- Publish Country GB
- Imprint World Scientific Europe Ltd
- Format Paperback
- Pages 312
- Language English
- URL https://worldscientific.com/worldscibooks/10.1142/q0095