Olmsted, Denison, 1791-1859.
Notes taken from Professor Olmsted's lectures on natural philosophy, 1827-1829.
These classroom notes, taken by an unidentified student, present the state of knowledge in natural philosophy, especially astronomy, during these years. There are mentions of many contemporary scientists, and much on Newton and Newtonian philosophy.
Denison Olmsted taught mathematics, natural philosophy, and astronomy at Yale College from 1825-1859.
Newton, Isaac, 1642-1727
Yale University.
Astronomy
Physics
Science -- Study and teaching (Higher) -- 19th century.
Lecture notes. ftamc aat
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