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On Their Own Terms

- Science in China, 1550-1900

About On Their Own Terms

Since the mid-19th century, imperial reformers, Republicans, Guomindang party cadres, and Communists have all prioritized science and technology. Elman offers an account of the evolution of native Chinese science over four centuries under the influence of missionaries. In the end, he argues, the Chinese produced modern science on their own terms.

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  • Language:
  • English
  • ISBN:
  • 9780674016859
  • Binding:
  • Hardback
  • Pages:
  • 606
  • Published:
  • April 29, 2005
  • Dimensions:
  • 243x167x47 mm.
  • Weight:
  • 1040 g.
Delivery: 2-4 weeks
Expected delivery: December 19, 2024

Description of On Their Own Terms

Since the mid-19th century, imperial reformers, Republicans, Guomindang party cadres, and Communists have all prioritized science and technology. Elman offers an account of the evolution of native Chinese science over four centuries under the influence of missionaries. In the end, he argues, the Chinese produced modern science on their own terms.

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