The Ocean Of Truth: The Story Of Sir Isaac Newton [Paperback]

Joyce McPherson (Author)

Book Description

Age Level: 10 and up | Grade Level: 5 and up

Sir Isaac Newton is one of history's most renowned scientists. He independently developed the mathematical technique known as Calculus, wrote a treatise on the properties of light and color that is still consulted by scientists, and worked out the mathematical details of the law of gravity. What is less well known is the depth of his Christian faith, and the amount of writing, speaking, and research he devoted to defenses of the tenets of Biblical belief. This book makes Newton come alive for readers. From the detailed account of the events that led to his conversion, his Christian faith plays a central role in this biography, as it did in his life.

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About the Author

Joyce McPherson is a home schooling mother of six children. She has a BS from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. She writes as a hobby and has served for many years on the staff of a magazine for mothers. She enjoys researching the Christian testimony of people who have made significant contributions in their fields. She used the writings of Newton and his contemporaries to supply the anecdotes and many of the conversations in the intriguing story of Sir Isaac Newton’s life.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 10 and up
  
• Paperback: 137 pages
• Publisher: Greenleaf Press (April 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1882514505
• ISBN-13: 978-1882514502
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 5.9 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #282,576 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Joyce McPherson is the author of biographies for young people. She has written about the vibrant faith of famous men in a variety of fields. Her lively biographies illustrate the impact of the Christian worldview in Western Civilization. She is also the mother of nine children. In her spare time she enjoys reading history, working with young people, and directing Shakespeare plays. You can check out her blog at http://joyce-mcpherson.blogspot.com.

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24 of 31 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book for young readers, May 11, 2000

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This review is from: The Ocean Of Truth: The Story Of Sir Isaac Newton (Paperback)

I read this book to my five and nine year old and they both loved it. A well written story that is told from Newton's early childhood and on to his adult years in a way that will help young readers remember the facts of his life.

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars an ocean of great info, December 21, 2010

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This review is from: The Ocean Of Truth: The Story Of Sir Isaac Newton (Paperback)

I homeschool my 8 year old son. When he was seven I read this book to him. This book is about the complete life of Isaac Newton and it is written in a conversational way. Not fact after fact but an easy flow of "story" about his life from his very early childhood until his death. What a wonderful way to learn about somebody - as if someone who knew him was telling you about him ,from a personal knowlege. This could definitly be for a much older child. I think I would use this for even an 8th or 9th grader. P.S. I wondered if my son would remember anything of the man. The book is written so well that my son will still bring up things about Sir Issac Newton when we are study the solar system or gravity or being knighted.