This unique book presents a nontechnical view of the history of mechanics from the Big Bang to
present day. The impact of mechanics on the evolution of a variety of subjects is vividly
illustrated including astronomy geology astrophysics anthropology archeology ancient
history Renaissance art music meteorology modern structural engineering mathematics
medicine warfare and sports. While enormous in scope the subject matter is covered (with
ample photographic support) at a level designed to capture the interest of both the learned and
the curious. The book concludes with a creative and thoughtful examination of the current state
of mechanics and possibilities for the future of mechanics.
