Discover the Greatest Scientific Rivalry of the 17th Century

A fascinating exploration of a scientific dispute that shaped our understanding of the universe!

Dive deep into one of the most heated controversies in scientific history: the debate over the law of universal gravitation. This meticulously researched book uncovers the rivalry between Isaac Newton, the genius who formulated the law, and Robert Hooke, the brilliant mind who claimed to have inspired it.

Author Nicolae Sfetcu presents a balanced analysis of the arguments, accusations, and evidence, giving readers an unparalleled glimpse into the minds of two scientific pioneers. From their groundbreaking contributions to the bitter personal feud that followed, this book is a must-read for anyone intrigued by the human side of science.

What’s Inside?

Historical Background: Trace the evolution of scientific thought from Aristotle to the 17th century.
Robert Hooke’s Contributions: Explore Hooke’s pioneering ideas and why he felt overshadowed.
Isaac Newton’s Legacy: Discover how Newton’s mathematical genius brought the law of gravitation to life.
The Controversy: Examine the letters, papers, and debates that fueled their rivalry.
Impact on Science: Understand how this conflict influenced modern scientific methods and thinking.

Why Read This Book?

Engaging Narrative: A compelling tale of ambition, genius, and rivalry.
Insightful Analysis: Balanced perspectives on both Newton’s and Hooke’s contributions.
Historical Significance: Gain a deeper appreciation of the Scientific Revolution and its key players.
Exclusive Content: Includes rare insights from original documents and letters.

Experience the dramatic clash between two of history’s greatest minds and see how their rivalry shaped the way we understand the universe.

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One of the most disputed controversy over the priority of scientific discoveries is that of the law of universal gravitation, between Isaac Newton and Robert Hooke. Hooke accused Newton of plagiarism, of taking over his ideas expressed in previous works. In this paper I try to show, on the basis of previous analysis, that both scientists were wrong: Robert Hooke because his theory was basically only ideas that would never have materialized without Isaac Newton’s mathematical support; and the latter was wrong by not recognizing Hooke’s ideas in drawing up the theory of gravity. Moreover, after Hooke’s death and taking over the Royal Society presidency, Newton removed from the institution any trace of the former president Robert Hooke. For this, I detail the accusations and arguments of each of the parts, and how this dispute was perceived by the contemporaries of the two scientists. I finish the paper with the conclusions drawn from the contents.

Keywords: Isaac Newton, Robert Hooke, law of gravity, priority, plagiarism

CONTENTS

Abstract
Introduction
Robert Hooke’s contribution to the law of universal gravitation
Isaac Newton’s contribution to the law of universal gravitation
Robert Hooke’s claim of his priority on the law of universal gravitation
Newton’s defense
The controversy in the opinion of other contemporary scientists
What the supporters of Isaac Newton say
What the supporters of Robert Hooke say
Conclusions
Bibliography

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DOI: 10.58679/MM39765

14.01.2019

ResearchGate: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/331634266_Isaac_Newton_vs_Robert_Hooke_on_the_law_of_universal_gravitation
PhilPapers.org: https://philpapers.org/rec/SFEINV
Academia.edu: https://www.academia.edu/39348311/Isaac_Newton_vs._Robert_Hooke_on_the_law_of_universal_gravitation
Google Scholar: https://books.google.ro/books?id=hFOMDwAAQBAJ

Smashwords (EPUB): https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/927838

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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2KYRgKRyRlc

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