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INTRODUCTION

TO TRUE PHYSICS original: "PHYSIQUE." In the 17th century, "Physics" was synonymous with "Natural Philosophy," encompassing the study of all physical phenomena, from chemistry to the movement of the planets.

Nothing is more capable, Gentlemen, of leading the seekers of the Natural Science original: "Science de la Nature." This refers to the systematic study of the physical world and its laws. away from the right path, or more greatly delaying the progress of those who have already begun to penetrate her mysteries, than the various opinions of the authors who have built a reputation for themselves in this study.
Each of them, obstinately attached to the opinion they have once conceived, strives to defend it stubbornly even when they come to discover its falsehood; and no one has yet brought to light an idea, however ridiculous or monstrous it may be, that has not found followers and defenders. Some are forgivable because of their igno— The text likely continues as "ignorance" on the following page.