The History and Achievements of the Islamic Golden Age. Episode 12, Astronomy in the Islamic Golden Age.

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FilmPublisher number: 6757011 | KanopyPublisher: The Great Courses, 2017Publisher: [San Francisco, California, USA] : Kanopy Streaming, 2019Description: 1 online resource (streaming video file) (30 minutes): digital, .flv file, soundContent type:

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Eamonn GearonSummary: It would be difficult to overstate the importance of the Islamic Golden Age on the field of astronomy, as evidenced today by the number of stars with Arabic names. Focusing on the work of three Islamic astronomers, you'll explore the difference between astronomy and astrology, and unpack the many scientific advancements of the era.

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Eamonn Gearon

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It would be difficult to overstate the importance of the Islamic Golden Age on the field of astronomy, as evidenced today by the number of stars with Arabic names. Focusing on the work of three Islamic astronomers, you'll explore the difference between astronomy and astrology, and unpack the many scientific advancements of the era.

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