The Ascent of Gravity
question
Books about the development/history of gravitational theory.

I am looking for a book about the history of gravitational theory. It should obviously include discussions of Newton, Einstein, and their theories, and less obviously the work of other famous scientists (philosophers) like Aristotle and Galileo. It would be great to find a book that also discusses lesser known theories, like Le Sage's, Descartes's, or Nordstrom's and theories like MOND.
I have come across three books that fit this but am looking for recommendations of which of these, or another related book, is best.
The Ascent of Gravity by Marcus Chown
("the force that explains everything".. ehh)
Gravity's Arc by David Darling
Gravity by George Gamow
Thank you for the help.
I have come across three books that fit this but am looking for recommendations of which of these, or another related book, is best.
The Ascent of Gravity by Marcus Chown
("the force that explains everything".. ehh)
Gravity's Arc by David Darling
Gravity by George Gamow
Thank you for the help.
reply
flag
all discussions on this book
|
post a new topic