Encyclopaedia of the History of Science, Technology and Medicine in Non-Western Cultures

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This updated and augmented third edition of this landmark encyclopedia 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 adorned with full color pictures. 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. This amazing resource even contains entries on fascinating esoteric topics such as Native American mathematics, Polynesian navigation, and African Metallurgy. There are also biographical articles for those cultures where individual scientists are known to us, such as China and the Islamic world  

Inspires readers through a full color reference work that is unique in both scientific and geographical scope

Provides a fascinating read even for non-specialists

Features intercultural articles on broad topics by world experts

Presents a completely revised and expanded third edition, with hundreds of new entries

Includes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras

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Helaine Selin

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Eastern Science History of Technology History of Medicine History of Astronomy Non-Western Mathematics History of Navigation History of Metallurgy History of Non-Western Science Religion and Science Magic and Science

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“The Encyclopaedia of the History of Science, Technology, and Medicine in Non-Western Cultures is an excellent reference resource. … The entries provide a wealth of information on people, places, events, innovations, technology, health and well-being of populations, philosophical concepts, etc. … a high-quality item, with exceptional content not easily found elsewhere and combined into one engaging and helpful package. Researchers, practitioners, students and general readers will find value in this source.” (Beth Thomsett-Scott, Reference Reviews, Vol. 31 (2), 2017)

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