NEEDHAM, F.R.S., Joseph

Science and Civilisation [Civilization] in China Volume 2 History of Scientific Thought [Volume II]

Cambridge University Press: Cambridge, 1956. First Edition. Hardcover with dust jacket. 4to. Pp. xxii, , [3], 2-696, followed by a one-page table of Chinese Dynasties. With Wang Ling, research assistant. Frontis reprint of calligraphic Chinese characters. Illustrated throughout with black-and-white photography. Charts. Bibliographies. Index. Bound in half cloth over paper-covered boards illustrated with a picture of a Taoist Genii, gilt lettering stamped on spine. Bookplate on front pastedown. The Genii illustration is reprinted on the dust jacket, which is presented here in nice condition: light edge-wear, front flap clipped at lower corner, presumably where British price was printed; price of $14.50 intact on upper corner. Fine / Very Good+. Item #9832

First printing of the second volume in Needham's masterful series documenting the rise of Chinese technological advances and the inward turn that resulted in decline. A handsome copy with dust jacket now housed in a removable, clear archival protector.

Price: $200.00