the enduring legacy of Muslim civilization Al-Hassani, Salim T. S. text wau Washington, D.C National Geographic 2012 3rd ed. monographic eng

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352 p. : ill. (chiefly col.) ; 26 cm. "Imagine it is the seventh century. As most of Europe continues its descent into a long period of intellectually dormancy, a quiet yet powerful academic revolution is erupting in another corner of the world. Over the next centuries, the geniuses of Muslim society will thrust the boundaries of knowledge forward to such a degree that their innovations still shape civilizations to this day. The staggering achievements of these men and women influenced the development of modern mathematics, science, engineering, and medicine. 1001 Inventions: The Enduring Legacy of Muslim Civilization sheds new light on this golden era that was once lost to so many, and celebrates the heritage that we all share"--P. [4] of cover. The story begins -- Home -- School -- Market -- Hospital -- Town -- World -- Universe -- Wealth of knowledge general Salim T. S. Al-Hassani, chief editor Previously published as 1001 Inventions: Muslim heritage in our World in Manchester, Great Britain : Foundation for Science Technology and Civilisation, 2007 "1001 inventions official companion to the exhibition" -- Cover. "Imagine it is the seventh century. As most of Europe continues its descent into a long period of intellectualy dormancy, a quiet yet powerful academic revolution is erupting in another corner of the world. Over the next centuries, the geniuses of Muslim society will thrust the boundaries of knowledge forward to such a degree that their innovations still shape civilizations to this day. The staggering achievements of these men and women influenced the development of modern mathematics, science, engineering, and medicine. 1001 Inventions: The Enduring Legacy of Muslim Civilization sheds new light on this golden era that was once lost to so many, and celebrates the heritage that we all share" -- Publishers description, p. [4] of cover. Includes bibliographical references (p. 331 - 335) and index Islam and science History Inventions History Muslim scientists History Technology and civilization History Islamic civilization Technological innovations 9781426209345 (pbk.) 1426209347 (pbk.) UMP 121210 20251125095406.0 vtls000067539