1001 Inventions

The Enduring Legacy of Muslim Civilization

National Geographic, Salim T S Al-Hassani

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National Geographic Society
15 March 2012

Religion & beliefs; History of science; Inventions & inventors

Companion to the record-breaking London exhibit (coming to NY, LA, and NGS), this book is rich with vibrant images and little known facts that highlight revolutionizing discoveries made throughout Muslim history that effected world change and continue to shape our world today.

1001 Inventions- The Enduring Legacy of Muslim Civilizationtakes readers on a journey through years of forgotten Islamic history to discover one thousand fascinating scientific and technological inventions still being used throughout the world today. Take a look at all of the discoveries that led to the great technological advances of our time; engineering, early medicinal practices, and the origins of cartography are just a few of the areas explored in this book.

1001 Inventions provides unique insight into a significant time period in Muslim history that has been looked over by much of the world. A time where discoveries were made and inventions were created that have impacted how Western civilization and the rest of the world lives today. The book will cover seven aspects of life relatable to everyone, including home, school, hospital, market, town, world and universe.

By: National Geographic
Edited by: Salim T S Al-Hassani
Imprint: National Geographic Society
Country of Publication: United States
Edition: 3rd
Dimensions: Height: 254mm, Width: 206mm, Spine: 22mm
Weight: 1.205kg
ISBN: 9781426209345
ISBN 10: 1426209347
Pages: 352
Publication Date: 15 March 2012
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Other merchandise
Publisher's Status: Active

Reviews for 1001 Inventions: The Enduring Legacy of Muslim Civilization

...this heavily illustrated volume, edited by Salim T.S. Al-Hassani, stands on its own as an accessible history of the golden era that spanned from the 7th to the 17th century. --Boston Sunday Globe