9780243479870 - Les Origines De La Statique, Vol 1 Classic Reprint by Pierre Duhem (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book meticulously explores the origins of statics, an essential branch of classical mechanics concerned with the analysis of forces acting on stationary objects. Beginning with Aristotle's foundational principles, the author delves into the groundbreaking ideas of Archimedes, highlighting the crucial role he played in transforming statics into an autonomous scientific discipline. Through a meticulous examination of original texts, including the writings of Leonardo da Vinci, the book unveils the Renaissance contributions to the field and the gradual evolution of statics. Along the way, it uncovers the profound influence of medieval scholars, often overlooked in traditional histories of science. This book offers an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to understand the historical development of statics and the intricate interplay between its theoretical foundations and practical applications. It invites readers to explore the genesis of a scientific discipline that has played a pivotal role in shaping our understanding of the physical world. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.