For absolute beginners in physics, what are some good books in the history of physics (especially mechanics) ? (But it should not be full of mathematical hand waving - actual historical development wth mathematical background should be there)
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$\begingroup$ Crossposted from physics.stackexchange.com/q/352110/2451 $\endgroup$– QmechanicCommented Aug 17, 2017 at 4:01
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A History of Mechanics, by René Dugas, is a classic.
answered Aug 17, 2017 at 9:47
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1$\begingroup$ Nice book. It's worth pointing out that there is also a Dover Publications edition, and here's a review of the book. $\endgroup$ Commented Dec 7, 2017 at 9:56