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Science and Islam

Jim Al-Khalili explores the Islamic world's scientific revolution from the 8th to the 14th centuries, visiting Syria, Iran, Tunisia, and Spain.

Episodes:

Episode 1 The Language of Science

1. The Language of Science

Aired: Jan 5, 2009

The next episode explores the enduring impact of the show on modern science, ...

Episode 2 The Empire of Reason

2. The Empire of Reason

Aired: Jan 12, 2009

Jim Al-Khalili delves into the groundbreaking work of Al-Biruni, an ancient a...

Episode 3 The Power of Doubt

3. The Power of Doubt

Aired: Jan 19, 2009

Exploring the hidden history of scientific innovation in medieval Islamic and...

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Current Status: Ended

Network: BBC Four

Genres:Documentary