Dialogues Concerning Two New Sciences

Dialogues Concerning Two New Sciences is a book written by the Italian scientist Galileo Galilei, originally published in 1632. The book is structured as a series of conversations between three characters, Salviati, Sagredo, and Simplicio, who discuss various topics related to mechanics, specifically the motion of objects and the strength of materials. The book is divided into four parts, with each part dealing with a different topic. The first part discusses the nature of motion, including the concept of acceleration and the laws of falling bodies. The second part focuses on the strength of materials, specifically the resistance of solids to bending and breaking. The third part deals with the behavior of projectiles, including the trajectory of cannonballs and the effect of air resistance. The fourth and final part discusses the science of motion, including the principles of inertia and the conservation of momentum. Throughout the book, Galileo uses a combination of mathematical reasoning and experimental evidence to support his arguments. He also frequently critiques the ideas of other scientists of his time, including Aristotle and Archimedes. Dialogues Concerning Two New Sciences is considered one of Galileo's most important works and is credited with laying the groundwork for the modern science of physics. The book's clear and concise style, as well as its emphasis on empirical evidence and mathematical reasoning, have made it a classic of scientific literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.