Astronomy and Mathematics in Ancient China : The 'Zhou Bi Suan Jing' Paperback / softback
by Christopher (School of Oriental and African Studies, University of London) Cullen
Part of the Needham Research Institute Studies series
Paperback / softback
Description
This translation of an ancient Chinese book on astronomy (which is believed to date back to the first century AD) provides the non-specialist with a lucid account of how Chinese astronomers did their work in ancient times.
The book also shows how the Chinese imperial government made use of and supported the work of astronomers, and explores the links between astronomy and politics.
It will be of equal interest to historians of science and those studying the history of Chinese culture.
Information
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Out of stock
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:256 pages, 28 Line drawings, unspecified
- Publisher:Cambridge University Press
- Publication Date:18/01/2007
- Category:
- ISBN:9780521035378
Information
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Out of stock
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:256 pages, 28 Line drawings, unspecified
- Publisher:Cambridge University Press
- Publication Date:18/01/2007
- Category:
- ISBN:9780521035378
