Opticks: Or a Treatise of the Reflections, Refractions, Inflections & Colours of Light-Based on the Fourth Edition London, 1730
by Albert Einstein, Sir Isaac Newton, I. Bernard Cohen, Sir Edmund Whittaker
Opticks delves into the properties of light through reflections, refractions, inflections, and colors, based on Newton's 1730 edition. This treatise showcases empirical experiments that shaped optics and physics, offering profound insights into natural phenomena for scholars and enthusiasts alike.
About This Book
Opticks is a foundational work in the study of light and optics, originally published by Sir Isaac Newton. It systematically examines the reflections, refractions, inflections, and colors of light through experiments and observations.
The treatise builds on Newton's earlier mathematical approaches but emphasizes empirical methods, making it accessible to a broader audience interested in natural philosophy.
This edition is based on the fourth London edition from 1730, preserving the original text's structure and content. It includes contributions from editors like I. Bernard Cohen and Sir Edmund Whittaker, enhancing scholarly value.
Albert Einstein's association highlights the work's enduring influence on modern physics, though the core content remains Newton's. The book remains essential for understanding the historical development of scientific inquiry into light.
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