Science and Civilization In Islam - Softcover

Nasr, Seyyed Hossein

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1930637152 ISBN 13: 9781930637153

Publisher: Kazi Pubns Inc, 2007

Synopsis

Islamic science, known to the West principally for its influence on the development of European scientific thought, occupied a central position within the Muslim culture. Through historical and morphological analysis, as well as through excerpts from actual texts, the author graphically conveys to Western readers the content and spirit of Islamic science.

About this title

About the Author:

Seyyed Hossein Nasr was born in Tehran to a family of traditional scholars and physicians. After receiving his early education in Iran he went to America where he studied physics, and the history of science and philosophy at M.I.T. and Harvard, where he received his doctorate. Nasr was Professor at Tehran University and founder and first President of the Iranian Academy of Philosophy. He is currently Professor of Islamic Studies at George Washington University and author of numerous books including: 'Islam and the Plight of Modern Man', 'A Young Muslims Guide to the Modern World' and 'Ideals and Realities of Islam', all published by the Islamic Texts Society.

About this edition

• Publisher: Kazi Pubns Inc
• Publication date: 2007
• ISBN 10: 1930637152
• ISBN 13: 9781930637153
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 384