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Part of a letter from J. R. Partington of Cambridge, about a reference to Diodorus Siculus containing the mention of 'philosophical furnaces' and what seems to be the production of fused iron', and related notes, 1959-01-18

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Reference Code: GBR/1928/NRI/SCC2/235/4/4

Scope and Contents

From the Sub-Fonds:

This series contains files on each topic set out in Joseph Needham's grand plan for 'Science and Civilisation in China'.

Dates

  • Creation: 1959-01-18

Extent

3 sheet(s) : Paper

Language of Materials

English

Originator(s)

Partington, J. R.

Finding aid date

2006-05-18 10:50:04+00:00

Repository Details

Part of the Needham Research Institute Repository

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Needham Research Institute
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