{"title":"S. Frederick Starr","description":"\u003cp\u003eEmbark on an enlightening journey through history with the works of \u003cstrong\u003eS. Frederick Starr\u003c\/strong\u003e, a distinguished scholar renowned for his expertise on the cultural and intellectual history of Central Asia. Starr's writings transport readers to a time when the region was a beacon of enlightenment and progress, brimming with innovations in science, art, and philosophy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn his celebrated book, \u003cem\u003eLost Enlightenment\u003c\/em\u003e, Starr unveils the rich legacy of the forgotten medieval civilisations in Central Asia and their profound impact on the wider world. Through meticulous research and engaging storytelling, he highlights the region’s pivotal role in shaping human knowledge, making this collection a must-have for anyone interested in the intricate tapestry of our past.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for history enthusiasts and those captivated by military strategy, S. Frederick Starr's books offer a refreshing perspective on the crossroads of cultures and ideas that defined an era. Immerse yourself in these compelling narratives and discover the echoes of history that continue to influence our present day.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"lost-enlightenment-by-s-frederick-starr-9780691165851","title":"Lost Enlightenment","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this sweeping and richly illustrated history, S. Frederick Starr tells the fascinating but largely unknown story of Central Asia's medieval enlightenment through the eventful lives and astonishing accomplishments of its greatest minds—remarkable figures who built a bridge to the modern world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBecause nearly all of these figures wrote in Arabic, they were long assumed to have been Arabs. In fact, they were from Central Asia—drawn from the Persianate and Turkic peoples of a region that today extends from Kazakhstan southward through Afghanistan, and from the easternmost province of Iran through Xinjiang, China.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLost Enlightenment\u003c\/em\u003e recounts how, between the years 800 and 1200, Central Asia led the world in trade and economic development, the size and sophistication of its cities, the refinement of its arts, and, above all, in the advancement of knowledge in many fields. Central Asians achieved signal breakthroughs in astronomy, mathematics, geology, medicine, chemistry, music, social science, philosophy, and theology, among other subjects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThey gave algebra its name, calculated the earth's diameter with unprecedented precision, wrote the books that later defined European medicine, and penned some of the world's greatest poetry. One scholar, working in Afghanistan, even predicted the existence of North and South America—five centuries before Columbus. Rarely in history has a more impressive group of polymaths appeared at one place and time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNo wonder that their writings influenced European culture from the time of St. Thomas Aquinas down to the scientific revolution, and had a similarly deep impact in India and much of Asia. \u003cem\u003eLost Enlightenment\u003c\/em\u003e chronicles this forgotten age of achievement, seeks to explain its rise, and explores the competing theories about the cause of its eventual demise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eInformed by the latest scholarship yet written in a lively and accessible style, this is a book that will surprise general readers and specialists alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette New Zealand Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46849524957420,"sku":"9780691165851","price":79.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/1645653482434.jpg?v=1759048566"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/s-frederick-starr.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}