Author:
Krull, Kathleen.
Imprint:New York : Puffin Books, 2008.
Description126 p. : ill. ; 20 cm.
Note:All alone -- The most amazing toys -- Learning outside class -- The apple -- Newton versus Hooke -- Math war -- Star war -- The greatest science book in the world -- Newton versus Newton -- And what about alchemy? -- The crimson years -- Impact.
Bibliography Note:Includes bibliographical references (p. 117-119) and index.
Target Audience5-8.
Note:Chronicles the life and work of Sir Isaac Newton, the man who discovered gravity and invented calculus. Describes some of his more unflattering traits, such as how he tried to destroy other scientists who dared to question his findings. Explores Newton's research into alchemy and his attempts to predict the future by analyzing the Bible. Also examines Newton's impact on the scientific world.
