Greatest Mathematician: Archimedes and His Eureka! Moment

An original and profound thinker, Archimedes was a mathematician, a physicist, a mechanical engineer, and an inventor. He is also famous for shouting "Eureka!" upon making a new discovery. Thankfully, Archimedes did not just think great thoughts, he wrote them down. Although some of his writings are forever lost to us, parts of thirteen of his books have survived. More than two thousand years later, we are still learning from them.

An original and profound thinker, Archimedes was a mathematician, a physicist, a mechanical engineer, and an inventor. He is also famous for shouting "Eureka!" upon making a new discovery. Thankfully, Archimedes did not just think great thoughts, he wrote them down. Although some of his writings are forever lost to us, parts of thirteen of his books have survived. More than two thousand years later, we are still learning from them.

Children's Literature

Meet Archimedes, one of the greatest minds of the ancient world. An innovative and profound thinker, Archimedes was a mathematician, a physicist, a mechanical engineer, and an inventor. He is most famous for proving the law of the lever and inventing the compound pulley. He is also believed to have shouted "Eureka!" upon making a new discovery. This highly engaging biography chronicles Archimedes life, clearly separating fact from hearsay. The language is clear and concise and concepts are connected to the real world, both past and present. Included are maps, pictures, and a multitude of examples of mathematical principals. At the back are hands-on activities which illustrate the principals discussed, a chronology of events, a list of Archimedes's works, chapter notes, and a glossary. This biography can be used as a springboard for learning or just for reading pleasure. While it is an interesting read, it is also a well researched and designed book that will hold the reader's attention. Part of the "Great Minds of Ancient Science and Math," series. Reviewer: Laura Backman