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Title Authors Description OpenBook ID
Ptolemy's Almagest Ptolemy's Almagest Ptolemy Ptolemy's Almagest is one of the most influential scientific works in history. A masterpiece of technical exposition, it was the basic textbook of astronomy for more than a thousand years, and still … OL158177W
Ludic Proof Ludic Proof Reviel Netz Describes the relationship between science and poetry in the Hellenistic period, transforming our understanding of the origins of Western mathematics. OL16921495W
Euclid's Elements Euclid's Elements Euclid A well designed presentation of Euclid's Elements OL17722745W
Archimedes Archimedes Peter Lafferty Examines the life, discoveries, and contributions of the ancient Greek mathematician who introduced mechanics, mathematical formulas, and experimental science. OL484164W