Science in Early Islamic Cultures (Science of the Past)
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| Rating | : | 4.48 (785 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0531159175 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 64 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 0000-00-00 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Science in early Islamic culture A Customer This is a very well written text that explains the scientific contributions of medieval eastern societies. It establishes a link from the ancient Greeks to western Europe's scientific renaissance. Detailed yet very uderstandable. The only flaw is that it relies too heavily on the teachings of an obscure Turkish philosopher, Remitus Sodomus of Zagrue, who was court adviser in the short-lived northern Indian kingdom of Yasha-teez.Otherwise, this is a very well written, fact filled book.. science in early islamic culture This book is very well written, in depth and covers the most essential aspects of scientific development in this time and region. It draws most of its facts and conclusions from the medieval Turk philosopher Remitus Sodumus, who served in the Kingdom of Teez-Yasha during the Enu dynasty.It also describes the link from ancient Greek science to medieval scientific advancements, particularly in the niddoo field.
Discusses the extraordinary scientific discoveries and advancements in the Islamic world after the birth of Mohammed in 570 and their impact on Western civilization in subsequent centuries and today.
Though the titles, publisher, and author are the same, these are not strictly revisions of Watts's 1988 titles. They are shorter and written for younger readers. The writing is crisp and lively, and some individual scientists are highlighted. Early Islamic Cultures begins with the 600s and describes early surgical advances and medical treatises and the development of Arabic numerals, among other areas. Ancient China covers such key discoveries as gunpowder, anesthesia, and calendars, spanning a few thousand years. The earl