Dr Needham's fourth volume traces the development of physics and physical technology in ancient and medieval China. It is conveniently divided into three separate parts, the present volume, IV:1, dealing with physics as such, IV:2 with mechanical engineering and IV:3 with civil engineering and nautics.
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"[An] astonishing and enduring study...[Needham brings] depth of emotion and technical finesse to his task."
Jonathan Spence, New York Review of Books
"Perhaps the greatest single act of historical synthesis and intercultural communication ever attempted by one man."
Laurence Picken, Cambridge University
Dr Needham's fourth volume traces the development of physics and physical technology in ancient and medieval China. It is conveniently divided into three separate parts, the present volume, IV:1, dealing with physics as such, IV:2 with mechanical engineering and IV:3 with civil engineering and nautics.
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Vendeur : J. HOOD, BOOKSELLERS, ABAA/ILAB, Baldwin City, KS, Etats-Unis
Hardcover. Size: large 8vo, 434pp, illus, NOTE: This is a 1970 Chinese reprint. Address stamp in English and Chinese to foxed top edge, name and address in English and Chinese inside, else very good plus condition with a clean and unmarked text in a very good dust jacket. N° de réf. du vendeur 223688
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Vendeur : Douglas Books, Tunbridge Wells, Royaume-Uni
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Etat : Fair. Volume 4. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has hardback covers. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. Dust jacket in fair condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,750grams, ISBN:0521058023. N° de réf. du vendeur 9542347
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Hardcover. Etat : Fine. Etat de la jaquette : Fine. xxxiv, 434 pages : illustrations, plates ; 26 cm. N° de réf. du vendeur hspilsoas12
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Hardcover. Etat : Very Good. Etat de la jaquette : Good. Previous owners name written inside on front free end paper. N° de réf. du vendeur 016251
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