A History of Science and Technology in Chinese Taoism (Han and Wei-Jin Dynasties Volume)

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Features: This volume is divided into 8 parts, discussing the scientific thought and practice of Taoism during the periods of the Han, Wei, and Jin dynasties from the perspective of various disciplines. During the Han, Wei, and Jin dynasties, Taoism was in its initial stage of competing with Buddhism, with many scientific ideas, methods, and practices being discussed and explored. At the same time, it produced several influential synthesizers who had a lasting impact on later generations, such as Wei Boyang, Ge Hong, and Tao Hongjing. The Taoist thought is vast and profound, and the author of this volume introduces the remarkable achievements of Taoism in the fields of chemistry, medicine, health preservation, astronomy, geology, physics, architecture, and other scientific and technological areas during the Han, Wei, and Jin dynasties from a multidisciplinary perspective, supported by rich charts.