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By: Isaac Newton (1642-1727)
Opticks by Isaac Newton is a groundbreaking work that delves into the study of light and color. Newton’s experimentation with prisms and lenses revolutionized our understanding of optics and paved the way for many scientific discoveries in the field. His careful observations and meticulous experiments are presented in a clear and concise manner, making the complex subject matter accessible to readers of all levels. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of science and the development of modern physics. Newton’s genius shines through in every page, making Opticks a timeless and invaluable contribution to the scientific community.
Book Description:
The famous physicist Sir Isaac Newton lectured on optics from 1670 – 1672. He worked on the refraction of light into colored beams using prisms and discovered chromatic aberration. He also postulated the corpuscular form of light and an ether to transmit forces between the corpuscles. His “Opticks”, first published 1704 contains his postulates about the topic. This is the fourth edition in English, from 1730, which Newton corrected from the third edition before his death.
