Hero of Alexandria was a figure of great importance not only for ancient technology but also for the medieval and early modern traditions that drew on his work.

The first book on Hero, a key figure in the history of technology in antiquity and the early modern period.

"The first sustained study of Hero, who is a key figure in the history of technology in antiquity and the early modern period. It also contributes much to the h

Arguably the best general history of science and technology ever published. Tracing the relationship between science and technology from the dawn of civilizatio