Science and Civilisation in China, Volume 5 Chemistry and Chemical Technology, Part 7, Military Technology: The Gunpowder Epic

ISBN-10: 0521303583
ISBN-13: 978-0521303583
Publisher: Cambridge Univ Pr
Publication date: 1 February 1987

Name: Science and Civilisation in China, Volume 5 Chemistry and Chemical Technology, Part 7, Military Technology: The Gunpowder Epic
SKU: 9780521303583
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SKU: 9780521303583

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Explore the groundbreaking origins of gunpowder and its military applications in “Science and Civilisation in China, Volume 5 Chemistry and Chemical Technology, Part 7, Military Technology: The Gunpowder Epic.” Discover how the Chinese mastered gunpowder by the 9th century AD, revolutionizing warfare with innovations from bombs and grenades to early handguns, centuries before its arrival in Europe. This seminal work, part of Dr. Needham’s monumental “Science and Civilisation in China” series, highlights the profound impact of Chinese technological advancements on global history. Delve into the early uses of gunpowder in civil and mechanical engineering, solidifying its crucial role in shaping the world. A must-read for enthusiasts of Chinese history, military technology, and the history of science.

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