"A biography of ancient Greek mathematician Archimedes, who invented the compound pulley and other machines. His contributions to mathematics included devising the formulas for the surface and volume of a sphere"--Provided by publisher.
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Contents
Life in Syracuse -- Archimedes as mathematician -- Hiero's gold crown -- On the equilibrium of planes -- Other inventions -- The sack of Syracuse -- Archimedes through history -- Archimedes today.