Aveni, Anthony
Star Stories: Constellations and People
- ISBN 13:
- 9780300241280
- author:
- Aveni, Anthony
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- Yale University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 208
- Dimensions:
- 5.80(w) x 8.40(h) x 1.00(d)
- Genre:
- Mythology Textbook
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Explore the diverse stories and myths behind the constellations in the night sky. Anthony Aveni presents an unconventional atlas of the heavens, introducing readers to tales from cultures around the world.
The constellations included are not limited to traditional Greek and Roman myths, but also feature star patterns conceived by non-Western and indigenous cultures, as well as ancient and contemporary traditions.
This book offers a unique perspective on the stories we tell about the sky and its connection to our lives. It is an essential companion for anyone interested in the cultural significance of the night sky and the ways in which it has been used to explain the world around us.
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