Li Yuese. A History of Science and Technology in China. Volume 5: Chemistry and Related Technologies. Issue 6: Military Technology: Projectiles and Fortification Techniques

Author: Li Yanshi Needham
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Publish Date: 2002-05-01
Features: The multi-volume "A History of Chinese Science and Technology" written by the renowned British historian of science, Needham, over nearly 50 years of dedication, comprehensively and systematically discusses the brilliant achievements of ancient Chinese science and technology and their great contributions to world civilization through abundant historical materials, in-depth analysis, and extensive comparative studies between the East and the West. The content covers various fields such as philosophy, history, scientific thought, mathematics, physics, chemistry, astronomy, geology, biology, agriculture, medicine, and engineering technology. This book is the sixth volume of the fifth part of this monumental work, primarily focusing on the achievements of ancient Chinese military technology in areas such as weapons, offensive and defensive techniques, and military thought.