Science and Civilisation in China, Part 1, Physics
Science and Civilisation in China, Part 1, Physics
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Dr Needham's fourth volume traces the development of physics and physical technology in ancient and medieval China. It is conveniently divided into three separate parts, the present volume, IV:1, dealing with physics as such, IV:2 with mechanical engineering and IV:3 with civil engineering and nautics.
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Science and Civilisation in China, Part 1, Physics by Joseph Needham
Dr Needham's fourth volume traces the development of physics and physical technology in ancient and medieval China. It is conveniently divided into three separate parts, the present volume, IV:1, dealing with physics as such, IV:2 with mechanical engineering and IV:3 with civil engineering and nautics.
"[An] astonishing and enduring study..[Needham brings] depth of emotion and technical finesse to his task." Jonathan Spence, New York Review of Books
"Perhaps the greatest single act of historical synthesis and intercultural communication ever attempted by one man." Laurence Picken, Cambridge University
"Perhaps the greatest single act of historical synthesis and intercultural communication ever attempted by one man." Laurence Picken, Cambridge University
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| ISBN 13 | 9780521058025 |
| ISBN 10 | 0521058023 |
| Title | Science and Civilisation in China, Part 1, Physics |
| Author | Joseph Needham |
| Series | Science And Civilisation In China |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Publisher | Cambridge University Press |
| Year published | 1962-01-01 |
| Number of pages | 468 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | Unavailable |