The Archimedes Codex by Reviel Netz
How a Medieval Prayer Book Is Revealing the True Genius of Antiquity's Greatest Scientist
This captivating narrative delves into the remarkable journey of a lost manuscript that unveils the genius of an ancient mathematician. The story unfolds as a team of historians, scientists, and scholars work tirelessly to recover and decipher a palimpsest containing the only known copy of several of Archimedes' groundbreaking works. Through a blend of historical intrigue and scientific discovery, the book explores the manuscript's tumultuous history, from its creation in the ancient world to its rediscovery in the modern era, shedding light on Archimedes' profound contributions to mathematics and the enduring impact of his ideas.
- Published
- 2007
- Nationality
- Unknown
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 352
- Original Language
- English
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