From Egypt to Islam -- From Muhammad to the Seljuqs -- The observatory in Isfahan -- Astronomy and astrology in Al-Andalus -- The observatory in Maragha -- The observatory in Samarqand -- The observatory in Istanbul -- The observatory in Shahjahanabad -- Medieval and early-modern Europe -- Conclusion -- Glossary: astronomical instruments
Summary
This textbook surveys the major advances in the heavenly sciences from Isfahan, Maragha and Samarqand. It looks at the development of astronomy and astrology in the Islamic world from the 9th to the 17th century, and their influence on the beliefs
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (pages 155-158) and index
