The Life of Sir Isaac Newton, by David Brewster. John Murray, 1831

The Life of Sir Isaac Newton by Sir David Brewster is one of the classic nineteenth century biographies of Newton and the first substantial life of the scientist written by a fellow man of science. Published in 1831 as No. XXIV of John Murray's popular Family Library series, Brewster's work combines a vivid account of Newton's life with accessible explanations of his discoveries and enduring influence. Written by the distinguished physicist, inventor and historian of science Sir David Brewster, it helped shape the Victorian understanding of Newton and remained an authoritative account for many decades.

The Family Library No. XXIV: The Life of Sir Isaac Newton, by David Brewster, LL.D., F.R.S.

Published by John Murray, London, 1831. First edition. Printed in Edinburgh.

A fair hardback with printed linen over boards. Covers soiled, bumped and worn. Binding is weak as inner hinges split and covers held only by binding cords.

Some spotting to endpapers, but text is generally bright and clean throughout. Includes some illustrations in the text. A still very readable book, let down by its binding.

Text in English.

xv + 366pp. Includes portrait frontispiece.

Dimensions: approx 161mm high x 107mm wide x 26mm deep.

Weight: approximately 260g (unpacked).