1001 Inventions, The Enduring Legacy of Muslim Civilization, 3rd--------------------------------------------------Companion to the record-breaking London exhibit, this book is richwith vibrant images and little known facts that highlight revolutionisingdiscoveries made throughout Muslim history that effected world changeand continue to shape our world today. The beautifully illustratedvolume mirrors the original self-published book in stunning illustrations,information, and scope, but has a more accessible presentation andprice to appeal to both trade consumers and exhibit visitors. The bookexplores scientific and technological history in Islamic culture fromhealth care to astronomy to reveal the innovations of Muslim societythat have shaped our modern world. Complete with a foldout timelineand map illustrating the worldly contributions of Muslims, remarkablephotographs and colourful illustrations, artefacts, historic documentsand drawings, this book not only reveals 1001 Muslim inventions, butprovides insight into the everyday life of the historic Muslim societyand related Western growth.