This manual provides comprehensive information for the Science in Medieval Islam: An Illustrated Introduction, authored by Howard Turner and published by the University of Texas Press. This work delves into the significant scientific achievements of medieval Islamic civilization, spanning from the seventh through the seventeenth centuries. It explores how Muslim scholars assimilated and advanced the knowledge of older cultures, contributing to advancements in fields such as cosmology, mathematics, astronomy, medicine, and optics. The book highlights the influence of these achievements on the development of science in the Western world, offering a valuable resource for understanding a pivotal era in intellectual history.
The purpose of this manual is to serve as an accessible introduction to the scientific legacy of medieval Islam. It is designed to guide readers through the historical context and the specific contributions made by Muslim scientists and philosophers. The content covers a broad spectrum of scientific disciplines, providing insights into the methodologies and discoveries of the time. This resource is intended for students and general readers interested in the history of science and the rich cultural heritage of the Islamic world, offering a window into a period of remarkable intellectual flourishing.
During the Golden Age of Islam (seventh through seventeenth centuries A.D.), Muslim philosophers and poets, artists and scientists, princes and laborers created a unique culture that has influenced societies on every continent. This book offers a fully illustrated, highly accessible introduction to an important aspect of that culture-the scientific achievements of medieval Islam.Howard Turner opens with a historical overview of the spread of Islamic civilization from the Arabian peninsula eastward to India and westward across northern Africa into Spain. He describes how a passion for knowledge led the Muslims during their centuries of empire-building to assimilate and expand the scientific knowledge of older cultures, including those of Greece, India, and China. He explores medieval Islamic accomplishments in cosmology, mathematics, astronomy, astrology, geography, medicine, natural sciences, alchemy, and optics. He also indicates the ways in which Muslim scientific achievement influenced the advance of science in the Western world from the Renaissance to the modern era. This survey of historic Muslim scientific achievements offers students and general readers a window into one of the world's great cultures, one which is experiencing a remarkable resurgence as a religious, political, and social force in our own time.
Author: Turner, Howard R.
Publisher: University of Texas Press
Illustration: N
Language: ENG
Title: Science in Medieval Islam: An Illustrated Introduction
Pages: 00000 (Encrypted EPUB)
On Sale: 2010-07-28
SKU-13/ISBN: 9780292781474
Category: Science : History
During the Golden Age of Islam (seventh through seventeenth centuries A.D.), Muslim philosophers and poets, artists and scientists, princes and laborers created a unique culture that has influenced societies on every continent. This book offers a fully illustrated, highly accessible introduction to an important aspect of that culture-the scientific achievements of medieval Islam.Howard Turner opens with a historical overview of the spread of Islamic civilization from the Arabian peninsula eastward to India and westward across northern Africa into Spain. He describes how a passion for knowledge led the Muslims during their centuries of empire-building to assimilate and expand the scientific knowledge of older cultures, including those of Greece, India, and China. He explores medieval Islamic accomplishments in cosmology, mathematics, astronomy, astrology, geography, medicine, natural sciences, alchemy, and optics. He also indicates the ways in which Muslim scientific achievement influenced the advance of science in the Western world from the Renaissance to the modern era. This survey of historic Muslim scientific achievements offers students and general readers a window into one of the world's great cultures, one which is experiencing a remarkable resurgence as a religious, political, and social force in our own time.
Author: Turner, Howard R.
Publisher: University of Texas Press
Illustration: N
Language: ENG
Title: Science in Medieval Islam: An Illustrated Introduction
Pages: 00000 (Encrypted EPUB)
On Sale: 2010-07-28
SKU-13/ISBN: 9780292781474
Category: Science : History
