The Zodiac of Paris: How an Improbable Controversy Over an Ancient Egyptian Artifact Provoked a Modern Debate Between Religion and Science

by Diane Greco Josefowicz and Jed Z. Buchwald

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The clash of faith and science in Napoleonic France

The Dendera zodiac--an ancient bas-relief temple ceiling adorned with mysterious symbols of the stars and planets--was first discovered by the French during Napoleon's campaign in Egypt, and quickly provoked a controversy between scientists and theologians. Brought to Paris in 1821 and ultimately installed in the Louvre, where it can still be seen today, the zodiac appeared to depict...

Format:Hardcover

Language:English

ISBN:0691145768

ISBN13:9780691145761

Release Date:May 2010

Publisher:Princeton University Press

Length:440 Pages

Weight:2.10 lbs.

Dimensions:1.7" x 6.3" x 9.3"

Related Subjects

History Religion Religion & Spirituality Science Science & Math Science & Scientists Science & Technology

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