Astronomical Myths: Based on Flammarions's "History of the Heavens"
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In Astronomical Myths: Based on Flammarion's History of the Sky, authors John Frederick Blake and Camille Flammarion examine ancient myths and legends related to astronomy and relate them to modern knowledge of the universe. Interweaving ancient and medieval stories with scientific facts, they reveal to the reader a unique world of beliefs and ideas about the cosmos. The book helps to better understand how people in the past perceived and explained the mysteries of the heavens and the bright spot of our universe. "Astronomical Myths" will become a fascinating source of knowledge for everyone who is interested in astronomy, archeology and the cultural heritage of various civilizations.
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Data sheet
- Name of the Author
- Camille Flammarion
J. F. (John Frederick) Blake - Language
- English
- Release date
- 2011-06-22
- Title
- Astronomical Myths: Based on Flammarions's "History of the Heavens"
- Subject
- Astronomy -- History
Constellations
Cosmology
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In Astronomical Myths: Based on Flammarion's History of the Sky, authors John Frederick Blake and Camille Flammarion examine ancient myths and legends related t...