Here, at last, is the massively updated and augmented second edition of this landmark encyclopedia. It contains approximately 1000 entries dealing in depth with the history of the scientific, technological and medical accomplishments of cultures outside of the United States and Europe. The entries consist of fully updated articles together with hundreds of entirely new topics. This unique reference work includes intercultural articles on broad topics such as mathematics and astronomy as well as thoughtful philosophical articles on concepts and ideas related to the study of non-Western Science, such as rationality, objectivity, and method. You’ll also find material on religion and science, East and West, and magic and science.
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About 1000 entries in an A to Z format dealing in depth with the history of the scientific, technological and medical accomplishments of cultures outside of the United States and Europe.
Langue Anglais ● Format PDF ● Pages 2415 ● ISBN 9781402044250 ● Éditeur Helaine Selin ● Maison d’édition Springer Netherland ● Lieu Dordrecht ● Pays NL ● Publié 2008 ● Édition 2 ● Téléchargeable 24 mois ● Devise EUR ● ID 4455219 ● Protection contre la copie DRM sociale