England's Leonardo

Exploring the multifaceted contributions of Robert Hooke, this biography delves into his lesser-known achievements beyond Hooke's Law, including his innovations in combustion microscopy, gravitation, and architecture. Tracing his journey from the Isle of Wight to Oxford and the Royal Society, the author organizes the narrative by Hooke's various fields—Physiology, Engineering, Microscopy, Astronomy, Geology, and Optics. The book concludes with an insightful reflection on Hooke's enduring legacy and influence on the scientific community.