M. : Science, 1973. - 272 s. Abu al-Rayhan al-Biruni, one of the greatest scholars of the Middle Ages, worked in Central Asia, Iran and Afghanistan. He made a huge contribution to the development of natural sciences and humanities .. The book, after a brief biographical essay, describes Biruni's work in mathematics, astronomy, the theory and construction of astronomical instruments, geodesy and physical geography, physics, mineralogy and medicine. It also reveals the world view of the scientist and the importance of his works for the development of philosophy, history, philology. The book is intended for a wide range of readers interested in the development of world science.