Episode 3.9: Islamic Astronomy
Apr 10, 2016•50 min•Season 3Ep. 16
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Episode description
In this episode we look at the astronomical work done during the Golden Age of Islamic Science. This includes the work sponsored by the Abbasid caliph al-Ma'mun, the work of al-Balkhi, al-Battani, al-Biruni and ibn al-Haytham. We conclude with material covering the Andalusian Revolt and the Maragha Revolution.
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