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Decoding the Heavens: Solving the Mystery of the World's First Computer | 
| Author: Jo Marchant
Publisher: William Heinemann Ltd
Category: Book
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Sales Rank: 1793
Media: Hardcover
Pages: 336
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.1
Dimensions (in): 7.9 x 5.2 x 1.4
ISBN: 043401835X
EAN: 9780434018352
ASIN: 043401835X
Publication Date: November 6, 2008 (New: Last 30 Days)
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An epic (history changing) story, well told November 13, 2008
5 out of 6 found this review helpful
when I recieved this book I was disappointed by the lack of detailed photographs or illustrations of the Antikythera device. This is not so much a book about the device, but the story of its discovery and recognition.
The story is told as a series of biographies of the people who have helped to bring the device to light. I found the story increasingly compelling as each of the characters was brought to life. The story provides the rich context necessary for appreciating their contributions.
Discovery of the Antikythera device pushes "modern" technology right back into ancient history, as the sleve note says - "At heart an epic adventure story... ". (well told and true I would like to add).
I would recommend anyone to read this book, before looking for the photos, Xrays and illustrations to explain the Antikythera device. I think I may have learned a great deal about the device from this book, without noticing I was doing it. The story is so captivating the technicalities seem to be absorbed without effort.
It probably does help to have some understanding of astronomy and calendars to appreciate some of the technical stuff, but for me, the story could make a great film ! The book makes a great read.
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