The Story of the Heavens: How the Forty-Eight Ancient Constellations Got Their Names 5000 Years Ago (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258054113)

""The Story of the Heavens"" is a fascinating book that explores the origins and history of the ancient constellations that have been used to navigate the night sky for thousands of years. Written by A. E. Partridge, an expert in astronomy and mythology, the book delves into the myths, legends, and stories behind each of the 48 constellations that were first identified around 5000 years ago. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different group of constellations and the stories associated with them. From the Greek myths of Orion and Perseus to the ancient Babylonian tales of Taurus and Leo, the book offers a rich and detailed account of the cultural significance of each constellation. In addition to the myths and legends, the book also provides a wealth of scientific information about the stars and their positions in the sky. Partridge explains how the constellations were used by early astronomers to navigate the night sky and track the movement of the planets. Overall, ""The Story of the Heavens"" is a captivating and informative read for anyone interested in astronomy, mythology, or ancient history. The book is beautifully illustrated with detailed drawings of each constellation, making it a great resource for stargazers and amateur astronomers alike.The Poem Of Manilius, B. C. 45; The Phainomena, Or Heavenly Display Of Aratos, B. C. 225; With Maps Of Heavens.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: A. E. Partridge
ISBN-10: 1258054116
ISBN-13: 9781258054113
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 07/02/2011
Pages: 50
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.92lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.25d