Islamic Technology : An Illustrated History (Paperback)

List of illustrations; Preface and acknowledgements; 1. Introduction; 2. Mechanical engineering; 3. Civil engineering; 4. Military technology; 5. Ships and navigation; 6. Chemical technology; 7. Textiles, paper and leather; 8. Agriculture and food technology; 9. Mining and metallurgy; 10. Engineers and artisans; 11. Epilogue; Selected bibliography; Credits and permissions; Index.