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Episode 471: Neal Stephenson: Quicksilver (1)

American Writers (One Hundred Pages at a Time)

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Exploring Calculus, Coinage, and the Plague in 1665

This chapter explores a pivotal conversation between Newton and Daniel during a 1665 fair, where they engage with a Jewish lens grinder and contemplate themes of monetary value. Intertwining the backdrop of the plague in London with academic ambition, it reveals the connections between science, commerce, and social issues of the time.

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