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| Authors: |
Richard Tapper |
| Editors: |
Keith S. McLachlan |
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Religion · Science · |
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Format: Paperback, 256
Publisher: Frank Cass & Co (December 01, 2003)
Measurements: 9"(h) x 6.25"(w) x 1"(d), 1.1 lbs.
ISBN: 9780714644875 |
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<P>Seeking to promote a wider knowledge of traditional technologies in the Middle East and Central Asia, the contributors address three related themes: the history, originality, variety and sophistication of traditional science, technology and material culture in these regions; their influence on the history of Europe and the West; and the threat posed by modern Western technologies to the survival of traditional technologies which have continuing value according to turn-of-the -millennium standards of sustainability and appropriateness to local cultural, social and ecological conditions. There is a clear need for conservation of some artefacts that are under current threat of extinction.<br>Individual chapters focus on specific aspects of technology and material culture: science and medicine; water technologies; vernacular architecture, both fixed buildings and the mobile tents of nomads; looms and weaving; and the structure of bazaars.</P> |
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