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Elizabeth King and W. David Todd, "Miracles and Machines: A Sixteenth-Century Automaton and Its Legend" (Getty, 2023)

New Books in Science, Technology, and Society

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The Automaton's Tale

This chapter explores the artistic and historical journey of a sculptor fascinated by a 16th-century automaton monk, which ignited a collaboration with a clockmaker. The authors delve into the storytelling process behind their book that intertwines artistry, technology, and the captivating history of this remarkable figure.

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