The Dawn of Astronomy: A Study of the Temple-Worship and Mythology of the Ancient Egyptians (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162915159)

The Dawn of Astronomy is a comprehensive study of the ancient Egyptian civilization's temple worship and mythology, written by J. Norman Lockyer. The book explores the relationship between the Egyptians' religious practices and their understanding of the stars and planets. It delves into the various deities associated with the sky and the role they played in the creation mythologies of the culture. Lockyer's work also examines the various astronomical instruments used by the Egyptians, such as the merkhet and the water clock, and how they were used to track the movements of the stars and planets. The book also discusses the importance of the Nile River to the Egyptians' understanding of the cosmos and their agricultural practices.The Dawn of Astronomy is a highly detailed and well-researched study of the ancient Egyptian civilization and their astronomical beliefs. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of astronomy, ancient civilizations, or the intersection of religion and science.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: J. Norman Lockyer
ISBN-10: 1162915153
ISBN-13: 9781162915159
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 448
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.68lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.50w x 0.91d