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 Brunelleschi's Dome is the story of how a Renaissance genius bent men, materials, and the very forces of nature to build an architectural wonder we continue to marvel at today. Denounced at first as a madman, Brunelleschi was celebrated at the end as a genius. He engineered the perfect placement of brick and stone, built ingenious hoists and cranes to carry an estimated 70 million pounds hundreds of feet into the air, and designed the workers' platforms and routines so carefully that only one man died during the decades of construction. 

Uncover the European history and engineering blunders behind the world's most beloved architectural failure. Perfect for your morning commute, this engaging narrative transports you to the Piazza dei Miracoli to experience eight centuries of medieval politics, shifting soil, and human ingenuity...