Archimedes
Archimedes of Syracuse was an ancient Greek mathematician, physicist, engineer, inventor, and astronomer. He is considered one of the greatest mathematicians of all time and is known for his contributions to the fields of geometry, calculus, and mechanics. Among his most famous works are the principle of the lever, the Archimedes' screw, and formulas for the volume and surface area of a sphere. He is also well known for his exclamation 'Eureka!' upon discovering the principle of buoyancy while taking a bath.
Books
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1. The Works of Archimedes
This book is a compilation of the surviving works of one of the greatest mathematicians and inventors of all time. It includes his theories and discoveries in fields such as geometry, calculus, physics, and engineering. Readers will find his famous treatises on the lever, the sphere and the cylinder, floating bodies, and the measurement of a circle, among others. The book also contains his explanations of the principles of mechanics, the concept of equilibrium, and the center of gravity of plane figures.
