Researches Into the Origin of the Primitive Constellations of the Greeks, Phoenicians and Babylonians V2 (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162590691)

""Researches Into the Origin of the Primitive Constellations of the Greeks, Phoenicians and Babylonians V2"" is a book written by Robert Brown. It is a comprehensive study of the origins of the constellations of the ancient Greeks, Phoenicians, and Babylonians. The book delves into the history and mythology behind each constellation and explores the cultural significance of these celestial formations. Brown uses a variety of sources, including ancient texts and archaeological findings, to piece together the stories and beliefs that gave rise to these constellations. The second volume of the book continues the exploration of the origins of the constellations, providing further insight into the ancient cultures that created them. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of astronomy, mythology, or ancient cultures.1900. Contents: constellations in the Babylonian creation scheme; constellation subjects in Euphratean Age; tablet of the thirty stars; some stellar groups of seven; celestial equator of Aratos; further consideration of the Euphratean celestial sphere; Euphratean star list; general concepts underlying the constellation figures; formation of the primitive constellations. Richly illustrated.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: Robert Brown
ISBN-10: 1162590696
ISBN-13: 9781162590691
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 286
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.43lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.25w x 0.60d