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William Newman

    William R. Newman est un savant distingué spécialisé dans l'histoire et la philosophie des sciences. Son travail plonge profondément dans les premières traditions scientifiques, examinant leurs méthodologies complexes et leurs fondements philosophiques. Newman se concentre sur la compréhension des processus intellectuels des érudits et sur la manière dont leurs cadres conceptuels ont façonné leurs recherches et leurs découvertes. Son écriture offre une exploration captivante du paysage intellectuel du passé.

    Newton the Alchemist
    The Proverbs Of Solomon
    Surgical Cases, Mainly From the Wards of the Stamford, Rutland & General Infirmary
    Surgical Cases
    Promethean Ambitions
    Beethoven on Beethoven
    • Beethoven on Beethoven

      • 340pages
      • 12 heures de lecture
      4,1(8)Évaluer

      'Must' reading for any pianist concerned with Beethoven's music, which is to say almost every pianist alive. -William Rothstein, Musical Times

      Beethoven on Beethoven
    • Promethean Ambitions

      • 352pages
      • 13 heures de lecture
      4,0(9)Évaluer

      In this book, the author uses alchemy as a means to discuss the thinning boundary between the natural and the artificial. Focusing primarily on the period between 1200 and 1700, he examines the labors of pioneering alchemists and the responses to their efforts. This book imbues a millennium-old scientific and ethical debate with modern relevance.

      Promethean Ambitions
    • Surgical Cases

      Mainly From The Wards Of The Stamford, Rutland And General Infirmary (1881)

      • 160pages
      • 6 heures de lecture

      This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.

      Surgical Cases
    • The Proverbs Of Solomon

      An Improved Version (1839)

      • 112pages
      • 4 heures de lecture

      A collection of wise sayings attributed to King Solomon, this book offers insights into wisdom, virtue, and morality. The improved version features a new translation along with commentary to enhance understanding of each proverb's significance. Aimed at guiding readers toward a meaningful life, it provides practical advice for personal fulfillment. As a timeless classic, it remains relevant today, appealing to those interested in Solomon's wisdom. This facsimile reprint preserves the cultural importance of the original work while ensuring accessibility in modern editions.

      The Proverbs Of Solomon
    • Newton the Alchemist

      Science, Enigma, and the Quest for Nature's "Secret Fire"

      • 560pages
      • 20 heures de lecture

      The exploration of Isaac Newton's alchemical pursuits reveals a complex interplay between science and mysticism. William Newman delves into the newly uncovered manuscripts, presenting a fresh perspective on Newton's genius as he navigated alchemy not as a mere religious quest but as a serious scientific endeavor. By replicating Newton's experiments and tracing the evolution of his ideas over three decades, Newman illustrates how alchemy informed Newton's groundbreaking work in various scientific fields, particularly in optics and "chymistry."

      Newton the Alchemist
    • Llamas in the Laundry

      • 32pages
      • 2 heures de lecture

      Have you ever wondered if porcupines are ticklish, if fish wash, or how to say Rhinosterous? Do you know how to make a child-high sandwich? How porridge gets on the ceiling? What happens when your favourite aunt wears a wig? Why uncles wear plaid? William New’s rhyming verse enacts all these situations, ranging from the madcap to the mysterious. The poems are complemented by Vivian Bevis’s full page, full colour illustrations which capture the high-spirited and impetuous qualities of the verse. A companion volume to their highly successful Vanilla Gorilla of 1998, this sturdy, hardcover picture book will delight both the early reader and the many adults who enjoy introducing children to the sound and rhythm of verse.

      Llamas in the Laundry