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Non-Western History of Science: Discoveries We Didn't Know About

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Non-Western History of Science: Discoveries We Didn't Know About
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James Poskett rethinks the history of knowledge, refuting the idea that modern science is solely a Western invention. He convincingly demonstrates how progress emerges from the collaboration and exchange of knowledge among brilliant minds from around the world. From the important contributions of Arab scientists to European science to the wealth of ancient Chinese medicine, botany, and pharmacology, the book reveals the diversity of scientific achievement beyond our familiar geographical and cultural boundaries. Readers will learn about an Ottoman astronomer captured by pirates; an African slave searching for medicinal herbs on a plantation in South America; and a Mexican geneticist collecting blood samples from Olympic athletes. While recognizing the significance of the traditional scientific canon, the author pays attention to the political context that has shaped scientific discourse and offers a comprehensive look at the history of science.
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