Essays on several curious and useful subjects, in speculative and mix'd mathematicks

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This collection presents a series of insightful essays from the 18th century, exploring various topics in speculative and mixed mathematics. Readers will find detailed discussions on celestial mechanics, calculus, and other advanced mathematical concepts applied to the field of astronomy. It offers a valuable glimpse into the scientific thought of the era.

Avg. reading time: 2h 41m
Prose complexity: 10/10

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Thomas Simpson

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