People and the Sky by Anthony Aveni

People and the Sky by Anthony Aveni

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How many of us today can accurately identify the stars and constellations, the phases of the moon, or the hour and position of the sunrise? Few modern city-dwellers can, but for our forebears such knowledge was crucial. This book explores the history of mankind's intimate relationship with the sky.

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People and the Sky by Anthony Aveni

How many of us today can accurately identify the stars and constellations, the phases of the moon, or the hour and position of the sunrise? Few modern city-dwellers can, but for our forebears such knowledge was crucial. People and the Sky explores the history of mankind's intimate relationship with the sky, and how the lives of our ancestors were cosmically grounded. This erudite and engaging book will be a fundamental resource for students and scholars as well as being gripping reading for a general audience.
Anthony Aveni is Russell Colgate Distinguished Professor of Astronomy and Anthropology and Native American Studies at Colgate University. He is the author of numerous books, including Skywatchers and Book of the Year: A Brief History to our Seasonal Holidays.
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ISBN 13 9780500051528
ISBN 10 0500051526
Title People and the Sky
Author Anthony Aveni
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Hardback
Publisher Thames & Hudson Ltd
Year published 2008-03-10
Number of pages 252
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.