Masood, Ehsan

Science and Islam (Icon Science): A History (Icon Science)

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ISBN 13:
9781785782022
author:
Masood, Ehsan
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Icon Books
language:
English
Publication Year:
2017
Pages:
256
Dimensions:
19.81 x 12.95 x 2.03 centimetres
Genre:
Religion, Islam, General,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£10.81

Description

Science and Islam: A History by Ehsan Masood explores the fascinating story of Islamic empires' scientific achievements in the Middle Ages. From the development of algebra to the creation of innovative engineering solutions, this period has been misunderstood as a 'dark age'. In reality, scholars from Samarkand to Cordoba made significant contributions to astronomy, chemistry, medicine and philosophy. Musa al-Khwarizmi's work on algebra is just one example of the groundbreaking research conducted during this time. Ehsan Masood delves into the lives and works of these pioneers, shedding light on a rich and fertile period in science that has been overlooked by history. This book offers a fresh perspective on the Islamic empires' scientific legacy. By examining the achievements of scholars like al-Jazari, who invented the crank and camshaft, Masood reveals the significance of this often-misunderstood era. Science and Islam: A History is a compelling account that challenges our understanding of the Middle Ages and their lasting impact on modern science.

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