The Complete History of Science

The Apogee of Islamic Astronomy

March 05, 2024 Gethin Richards Season 5 Episode 1
The Complete History of Science
The Apogee of Islamic Astronomy
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In the late medieval period, while Europe  obsessed with Aristotle's natural philosophy, the Islamic world entered the zenith of astronomical discoveries. In this episode, we explore the remarkable contributions of two great astronomers, al-Tusi and al-Shatir. Amidst the dominance of Ptolemaic astronomy, they embarked on a mission to unravel its lingering problems.

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Islamic Astronomy and Critiques of Ptolemy
Andalusian Astronomy
Astronomer in the East
Tusi Couple
Ibn Al-Shatir