The famous sinologist Joseph Needham wrote an important book on ancient Chinese science

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The History of Chinese Science and Technology by Joseph Needham was an important work on ancient Chinese science. It was written by the famous British sinologist Joseph Needham in the late 19th century. The book systematically introduced the scientific and technological achievements of ancient China, including agriculture, water engineering, astronomy, physics, chemistry, biology and other fields. The book was regarded as one of the most important achievements in the study of ancient Chinese science and technology. It was of great significance to the understanding of ancient Chinese science and technology culture.