People and the Sky: Our Ancestors and the Cosmos

by Anthony F. Aveni

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How many of us today can accurately identify the stars and constellations, the phases of the moon, or the hour and position of the sunrise? Few modern city-dwellers can, but for our forebears such knowledge was crucial. People and the Sky explores the history of mankind's intimate relationship with the sky, and how the lives of our ancestors were cosmically grounded. This erudite and engaging book will be a fundamental resource for students and scholars...

Format:Hardcover

Language:English

ISBN:0500051526

ISBN13:9780500051528

Release Date:May 2008

Publisher:Thames & Hudson

Length:252 Pages

Weight:1.08 lbs.

Dimensions:1.2" x 6.5" x 9.5"

Related Subjects

Ancient Astronomy Astronomy & Astrophysics Astronomy & Space Science History History & Philosophy Science Science & Math Science & Scientists Science & Technology

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