Archimedes and the Door of Science (Living History Library)

by Jeanne Bendick

Paperback, 1995

Status

Available

Call number

510.92

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Publication

Bethlehem Books (1995), Edition: Revised, 160 pages

Description

A biography of one of the important scientists of ancient Greece, and an explanation of his contributions to physics, astronomy, and mathematics.

User reviews

LibraryThing member Hamburgerclan
Interesting enough...if you like math and science. I found this one a bit tedious simply because I am NOT a math and science person, but it's got its moments. Like the Eureka! story. I won't spoil it here, but Archimedes' devotion to figuring out something was both amusing and almost
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laudable.

--Catherine
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LibraryThing member mwittkids
A real gem. The story and illustrations present scientific principles and the details of Archimedes life clearly and enjoyably.

Language

Original language

English

Original publication date

1962

Physical description

8.5 inches

ISBN

9781883937126

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