So this book is about the misconception that science was invented by the Ancient Greeks then reinvented during the Renaissance while all other culture invented the fire and then called it quits, waiting for Europeans to invent everything.

It's an interesting read, especielly since I feel that during the more than ten years that has passed since it being published, I don't think much has changed: I feel that the version were Europeans invented science is still prevalent, and that lots of people will never see it another way. Which is a shame.

That said, I enjoyed the first chapter on math, the best. If the entire book had been like that, the rating would have been higher, but even so it was an enjoyable read and I recommend it. ( )

Not really lost discoveries, maybe underappreciated, at best. Gets really repetitive with its fake awestruck at the fact that non European's are capable of invention. ( )

I found this book fascinating reading but the presentation of the information leaves a lot to be desired. The book as a consequence is dry and a bit boring to read. Also needs more citations. ( )

I thought this book had potential to be very interesting and some parts were. But the author frequently waxes a little too academic and the writing becomes dry. Also, there were many typos and they did not use double spacing between sentences and that made quick reading difficult. I wanted something approachable along the lines of a Bill Bryson read and it fell far short of that mark. ( )

I thought this book had potential to be very interesting and some parts were. But the author frequently waxes a little too academic and the writing becomes dry. Also, there were many typos and they did not use double spacing between sentences and that made quick reading difficult. I wanted something approachable along the lines of a Bill Bryson read and it fell far short of that mark. ( )