The Wind-Sphere Ship

Steven R. Southard

2019年10月 · What Man Hath Wrought 第 1 本图书 · Gypsy Shadow Publishing

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Heron of Alexandria, in the 1st Century A.D., invented a primitive steam engine he called an aeolipile, or “wind-sphere.” Persuaded by his friend Praxiteles, he used this engine to propel a ship. If his steam-ship could beat a man-rowed galley in a race, could Heron bring about the Industrial Revolution 1700 years early? The action never ebbs in this tale of friendship, technological vision, and one of history’s missed opportunities. Let the race begin!

作者简介

Steven R. Southard offers stories about compelling characters struggling with new technology. His readers voyage to all periods of history, the farthest reaches of the Earth, and into outer space. Stories in his What Man Hath Wrought series portray historical timelines that might have been, featuring the drama and danger of invention and discovery. Explore his page at the Gypsy Shadow Publishing website and his own site at http://stevenrsouthard.com/ to share the wonder and adventure of his intriguing characters and their amazing machines.