The genius of China 3,000 years of science, discovery, and invention

The genius of China 3,000 years of science, discovery, and invention

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It is one of the ironies of history that the Chinese, who had all the ingredients for modern science long before the Renaissance, failed to build on their immense knowledge. Today, very few people are aware of the vast body of Chinese invention. The suspension bridge, the fishing reel, the stirrup,...

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Main Author: Temple, Robert K. G (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: London Prion Books 1998 (2002 printing)
Edition:1st paperback ed
Subjects:
Science > History > China
Technology > History > China
Science and civilization
China > Civilization
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