science and civilization

A collection of short stories about the world of Chinese science and technology including travel writing by Xu Xiake and the history and development of the lunar calendar by Yi Xing.

Contains essays that examine advances and discoveries in life science, medicine, mathematics, physical science, and technology and invention from 2000 B.C. to the eighteenth century; featuring a time line and overview for each topic, biographical profiles of important individuals in each discipline, and research activities for students.

Illuminates the sun's relationship to the Earth, its people, plants, animals, and culture, discusses the history of beliefs about the life-giving star, and provides reports on the sun from locations around the world.

"Thinkers at the forefront in alternative theories on history, the origins of civilization, technology, and consciousness"--Provided by publisher.

Provides an overview of twenty-one discoveries that had significant impact on science and the world.

A collection of essays in which one hundred scholars, authors, politicians, and other leading minds share what they think are the most revolutionary ideas that will change our lives.

Examines the relationship between science and the practical world of war, politics, and business, discussing how scientific theory and discovery have been influenced by prevailing societal attitudes, and how scientists often made mistakes, misled, and quashed rivals in their quest for success.

Discusses the nation's current obsession with what the author calls pseudo-science, which includes beliefs in things like ESP, crystal power, and the lost continent of Atlantis, debunking such notions through the use of scientific thinking and urging a renewed interest in the study of true science.

Discusses the nation's current obsession with what the author calls pseudo-science, which includes beliefs in things like ESP, crystal power, and the lost continent of Atlantis, debunking such notions through the use of scientific thinking and urging a renewed interest in the study of true science.

Traces the origins of many of the world's most significant scientific and technological achievements to ancient and medieval China, looking at nine subject areas, including agriculture, astronomy and cartography, engineering, medicine and health, magnetism, sound and music, and warfare.