Newton and the Counterfeiter

Newton and the Counterfeiter

by Thomas Levenson

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Already famous throughout Europe for his theories of planetary motion and gravity, Isaac Newton decided to take on the job of running the Royal Mint. This is a compelling book about crime, science and money, and transforms our image of Britain's greatest scientist.

ISBN: 9780571265756

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"Great book, but not about his physics career."

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"@CraigMahoney @AstroKatie @neiltyson Only one I’ve read is Newton and the Counterfeiter! Great book, but not about his physics career. @TomLevenson"

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