Ancient Calendars and Constellations (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162595535)

Ancient Calendars and Constellations is a book written by Emmeline M. Plunket that explores the ancient cultures and their understanding of time and space. The book delves into the calendars and constellations used by civilizations such as the Maya, Babylonians, Egyptians, and Greeks. Plunket provides a detailed analysis of the various calendars used by these cultures, including the Mayan Long Count Calendar, the Babylonian Lunar Calendar, and the Egyptian Solar Calendar. She also examines the constellations and their significance in ancient cultures, such as the zodiac signs used in astrology. The book is richly illustrated with diagrams and images that help readers visualize the calendars and constellations discussed. Additionally, Plunket provides historical context and cultural insights to help readers understand the significance of these ancient systems. Overall, Ancient Calendars and Constellations is a fascinating exploration of the ways in which ancient cultures understood time and space, and how these systems continue to influence our understanding of the world today.1903. The study of calendars marked by zodiacal constellations necessitates an acquaintance with the position of those constellations as they were to be observed through the many ages during which they held the important office of presiding over the year and its changing seasons. The author gives explanations of ancient myths which have occurred to her in the course of studying the position of zodiacal and extra-zodiacal constellations at different ages of the world's history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Emmeline M. Plunket
ISBN-10: 1162595531
ISBN-13: 9781162595535
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 314
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.19lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.50w x 0.66d