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Evangelista Torricelli exemplifies the use the moderns made of the ancients’ mathematical methods. Celebrating Evangelista Torricelli’s monumental¬†Opera geometrica, this book marks 380 years since its publication (1644-2024). This homage to Torricelli introduces the magnificent major work in Mechanics and Mathematics of a brilliant Archimedean‚Äìand‚ÄìGalilean scientist to modern readers. Opera geometrica¬†deals with Motion & Mechanics and Geometry & Infinitesimals.¬†In quibus Archimedis doctrina¬†Torricelli also presents his mechanical principle of equilibrium ‚Äì the foundation of the modern Principle of Virtual Work/Static. This outstanding source and research book spotlights the relevance and originality of Torricelli‚Äôs Mechanics, and is the first and most profound analysis of the¬†Opera geometrica¬†to date. The historical study is achieved in extensive Introduction, 5 Essays and an accurate Transcription of¬†Opera geometrica¬†with parallel side‚Äìby‚Äìside text, including substantive explicative notes. The book is an accessible avenue to understanding this work by leading authorities who offer much-needed insights into the relationship Physics‚ÄìMathematics, Mechanics and Fundamentals. It appeals to historians, epistemologists and scientists.