Doug West

Archimedes' Secret Weapons: How Genius Shaped the Siege of Syracuse (eBook, ePUB)

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

Fascinated by the legendary Greek mathematician Archimedes and his role in the epic Siege of Syracuse but short on time for a lengthy book? Archimedes' Secret Weapons: How Genius Shaped the Siege of Syracuse is the perfect concise read!

This book delves into Archimedes' life, his pivotal role in the defense of Syracuse, and the enduring influence of his genius. Inside, you'll explore:

· The Genius of Archimedes Explore how one of history's greatest minds applied his mathematical and engineering prowess to military defense.

· The Siege of Syracuse A gripping account of the two-year Roman siege (214212 BCE) that tested the limits of ancient warfare.

· Weapons of War Discover the ingenious war machines Archimedes designed, including massive catapults, the legendary "Claw of Archimedes," and the debated "burning mirrors."

· A City Under Siege How Syracuse, a hub of Hellenistic culture and science, resisted the might of the Roman Republic.

· Rome's Struggle The dramatic setbacks suffered by Rome's military as Archimedes' defenses turned the tide of battle.

· Fact vs. Legend Separating historical truth from myth, including the question of whether Archimedes really set Roman ships on fire with mirrors.

· The Fall of Syracuse How betrayal and relentless Roman persistence led to the city's downfall, despite Archimedes' brilliant defenses.

· The Tragic Death of a Genius The untimely killing of Archimedes by a Roman soldier, despite orders to spare his life.

· A Lasting Legacy How Archimedes' discoveries influenced military engineering, physics, and mathematics for centuries.

· Concise and Engaging A fast-paced and accessible read that brings to life one of the most fascinating episodes in ancient history.

· and more...

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Doug West
• Erscheinungstermin: 10. Februar 2025
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9798230608967
• Artikelnr.: 73335098

Autorenporträt

Doug West is a retired engineer, small business owner, and an experienced non-fiction writer with several books to his credit. His writing interests are general, with expertise in science, history, biographies, numismatics, and "How to" topics. Doug has a B.S. in Physics from the Missouri School of Science and Technology and a Ph.D. in General Engineering from Oklahoma State University. He lives with his wife and little dog "Millie" near Kansas City, Missouri.