A Brief History of Ancient Astrology
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Author
Publication
2007 - John Wiley & Sons, Ltd., New York, New York (State)
Language
English
Word Count
46,000 words, Guess
Page Count
184 pages
Physical Format
Electronic resource
Identifiers
- Internet Archivebriefhistoryanci00beck
- Internet Archivebriefhistoryanci00beck_841
- ISBN-139780470775370
- ISBN-100470775378
- OverDrive5B80BC86-3568-420F-9A59-F08F27679CFF
and 2 more
- Better World Books9780470775370
- Open LibraryOL24279053M
Classifications
- LCCBF1674.B43 2007
Description
A Brief History of Ancient Astrology explores the theory and practice of astrology from Babylon to Ancient Greece and Rome and its cultural and political impact on ancient societies. Discusses the union between early astrology and astronomy, in contrast to the modern dichotomy between science and superstition. Explains the ancient understanding of the zodiac and its twelve signs, the seven planets, and the fixed circle of 'places' against which the signs and planets revolve. Demonstrates how to construct and interpret a horoscope in the ancient manner, using original ancient horoscopes and handbooks. Considers the relevance of ancient astrology today.
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