Astronomy
Found in 6 Collections and/or Records:
'A Table of the fixed Starrs of the yeare 1671' and other astronomical notes, c 1665-c 1672
The Portsmouth Collection is the principal collection of Isaac Newton's scientific and mathematical papers, including early drafts of the Principia, and his correspondence with Oldenburg, Halley Flamsteed and many of the other most prominent scientists of his day.
Astronomiae, c 1665-c 1727
MS copy of an astronomical treatise, containing a drawing and description of a quadrant or sextant for measuring angles by reflexion.
Phaenomena, c 1665-c 1727
Descriptions of 15 astronomical phenomena.
Scheme of Observations Recommended to a Traveller, c 1665-c 1727
Under the subject headings: astronomy, geography, navigation, mechanics and minerology.
Testamonial to David Gregory for the position of Astronomy Professor at Oxford, 27 July 1691
Papers either in Newton's hand or concerning his life and work. Subjects covered include the Royal Society, education, cosmography, mechanics, mathematics, astronomy and shipbuilding.
Two Chapters on Cosmography, c 1665-c 1727
Papers either in Newton's hand or concerning his life and work. Subjects covered include the Royal Society, education, cosmography, mechanics, mathematics, astronomy and shipbuilding.