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The first episode of a three-part series which explores the astonishing high technology of the classical world. Things we once considered to be just flights of fancy we now know were an everyday part of the ancient world computers, robots and microsurgery. This program takes us back in time to tell the stories of the invention, loss and rediscovery of three of the most important machines in history: Ctesibius' clock, Vitruvius' odometer and the spectacular Antikythera mechanism. (From Wales, in English) -- website |
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Available as videocassette (VHS) or DVD. Duration: 60 min |
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Off-air recording of SBS-TV broadcast July 29, 2005. Copied under Part VA of the Copyright Act |
Credits |
Produced and directed by Ali McGrath, Stuart Clarke |
Performer |
Narrated by Sean Barrett |
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Rated: G |
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DVD |
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Available for Deakin University staff and students only |
Subject |
Astronomical clocks -- Greece -- History
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Clocks and watches -- Greece -- History
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Computers -- History
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Author |
McGrath, Ali
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Clarke, Stuart
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Barrett, Sean
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