A Brief History of Ancient Astrology

TRAMA

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.

ALTRE INFORMAZIONI

• Condizione: Nuovo
• ISBN: 9781405110747
• Collana: Brief Histories of the Ancient World
• Dimensioni: 216 x 10 x 140 mm Ø 227 gr
• Formato: Brossura
• Pagine Arabe: 176