This foundational work in Newtonian physics was first published in the early 1700s and went through many editions and revisions. The book provides an introduction to the basic principles of physics, such as mechanics, optics, and thermodynamics, using mathematical notation and experimental evidence. The author, a Dutch physicist and teacher, was influential in popularizing the Newtonian system of physics in Europe. This work is still considered an important reference for physics students.

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