A dream come true for stargazers and all who have stood in awe of the night sky, "The Star Lore Handbook" is a complete, fully illustrated guide to identifying the eighty-eight recognized constellations and the principal stars that comprise them. Deftly weaving together astronomy, myth, and symbolism, author Geoffrey Cornelius tours the rich heritage of the stars and planets -- from meteors and orbits to astrology, moon worship, and astral tales of love and tragedy. Including a quick-reference table that lets beginners spot ...
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A dream come true for stargazers and all who have stood in awe of the night sky, "The Star Lore Handbook" is a complete, fully illustrated guide to identifying the eighty-eight recognized constellations and the principal stars that comprise them. Deftly weaving together astronomy, myth, and symbolism, author Geoffrey Cornelius tours the rich heritage of the stars and planets -- from meteors and orbits to astrology, moon worship, and astral tales of love and tragedy. Including a quick-reference table that lets beginners spot major constellations right away, this unique companion introduces not only modern scientific knowledge, but also the beliefs and folklore of Ancient Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece, China, medieval and Renaissance Europe, and Central and Native America. Wonderfully illustrated with specially commissioned maps and artwork, color photographs, and line drawings, this is an ideal guide to the timeless celestial marvels.
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This is the best book for learning about the origins and mythology behind the present-day internationally-recognized constellations. It is thorough yet concise. The illustrations are excellent. It's a shame that this gem is out of print -- it really deserves a place on the bookshelf of anyone interested in stargazing and its connection with earlier civilizations -- the most accessible book of its kind.
