Is This Book Worth Reading? A Review

In summary, the conversation discusses the book and its availability for free on archive.org. The conversation also mentions the author, Euler, and his work on Letters in Natural Philosophy, which became more widely read than any of his mathematical works. The book offers insights into Euler's personality and religious beliefs, and demonstrates his ability to communicate scientific matters effectively to a lay audience.
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Is this book worth of reading?
 
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No idea, never heard of it before. But I found the title to be rather captivating, and found it was available for free on archive.org. Search for it with google. I'm going to read it when I have free time (probably never).
 
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From wiki:

"In addition, Euler was asked to tutor the Princess of Anhalt-Dessau, Frederick's niece. Euler wrote over 200 letters to her, which were later compiled into a best-selling volume entitled Letters of Euler on different Subjects in Natural Philosophy Addressed to a German Princess. This work contained Euler's exposition on various subjects pertaining to physics and mathematics, as well as offering valuable insights into Euler's personality and religious beliefs. This book became more widely read than any of his mathematical works, and it was published across Europe and in the United States. The popularity of the 'Letters' testifies to Euler's ability to communicate scientific matters effectively to a lay audience, a rare ability for a dedicated research scientist."

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