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Frontispiece of 1st edition of Newtons great work

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Frontispiece of 1st edition of Newtons great work

Frontispiece of the first edition of Isaac Newtons great work, Philosophiae Naturalis Principia Mathematica (" Mathematical Principles of Natural Philosophy" ), published in three volumes in April 1687. Written in Latin, the book set out the laws of motion & Newtons theory of universal gravitation. Only about 300-400 copies of the first edition were printed. It was not published in English until 1729. Newton (1642- 1727) is described on the frontispiece as a Fellow of Trinity College and Lucasian professor of mathematics at the University of Cambridge, and a Fellow of the Royal Society (of which he became President in 1703)

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The frontispiece of the first edition of Isaac Newton's monumental work, "Philosophiae Naturalis Principia Mathematica" is a captivating glimpse into the mind of one of history's greatest scientific minds. Published in three volumes in April 1687, this Latin masterpiece laid out the fundamental laws of motion and introduced Newton's groundbreaking theory of universal gravitation. In this photo print, we see the title page adorned with intricate engravings that symbolize Newton's intellectual prowess and achievements. The frontispiece proudly declares him as a Fellow of Trinity College and Lucasian professor of mathematics at the University of Cambridge, highlighting his esteemed positions within academia. Additionally, it acknowledges his membership in the prestigious Royal Society, an organization he would later lead as President in 1703. This rare artifact holds immense historical significance not only for its profound scientific content but also for its scarcity. With only about 300-400 copies printed initially, it stands as a testament to both Newton's genius and the limited dissemination of knowledge during that era. Although originally written in Latin, it wasn't until 1729 that an English translation became available to wider audiences. Today, this frontispiece serves as a visual reminder of Newton's enduring legacy and his pivotal role in shaping our understanding of physics and natural philosophy.

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