The Dark Ages, thought to be the time period a thousand years ago, are often associated with a lack of progress. However, in Muslim civilization, groundbreaking advancements and innovations emerged from the 7th century onward, still impacting our daily lives today. Drawing upon the discoveries of the Egyptians, Chinese, Indians, Greeks and Romans, people in the Muslim world spent the next one thousand years adding new developments and ideas.
Some of the marvels created include the elephant water clock, detailed maps of the world, scientific breakthroughs by women, and the construction of massive domes that were larger than any other on earth. These are just a few examples of the rich history explored in this companion book to the 1001 inventions exhibit, presented by the Foundation for Science, Technology, and Civilisation. Packed with facts, photos, and a fun approach, this book sheds light on this lesser-known history and showcases its relevance to our modern world.
