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From Newton to Hawking

A History of Cambridge University's Lucasian Professors of Mathematics

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The narrative explores the rich social history of mathematics and physics at Cambridge University, highlighting the prestigious Lucasian Professorship of Mathematics established in 1663. It delves into the lives and contributions of seventeen notable holders of the chair, including iconic figures like Isaac Newton, Charles Babbage, Paul Dirac, and Stephen Hawking. This insightful work provides fresh perspectives on their groundbreaking achievements and the impact they had on science and technology.

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From Newton to Hawking, Kevin Knox, Richard Noakes

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Tytuł
From Newton to Hawking
Podtytuł
A History of Cambridge University's Lucasian Professors of Mathematics
Język
angielski
Rok wydania
2005
Oprawa
twarda
Liczba stron
516
ISBN13
9780521663106
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The narrative explores the rich social history of mathematics and physics at Cambridge University, highlighting the prestigious Lucasian Professorship of Mathematics established in 1663. It delves into the lives and contributions of seventeen notable holders of the chair, including iconic figures like Isaac Newton, Charles Babbage, Paul Dirac, and Stephen Hawking. This insightful work provides fresh perspectives on their groundbreaking achievements and the impact they had on science and technology.