What inspired James Gleick to focus on Newton's personal struggles alongside his scientific achievements?
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What inspired James Gleick to focus on Newton's personal struggles alongside his scientific achievements?
Did anyone else find the portrayal of Newton's obsession with alchemy as fascinating as his scientific work?
How did Gleick decide to structure the biography — was it chronological or thematic?