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Ancient Skies Constellation Mythology of the Greeks - David Weston Marshall 2018 EPUB Countryman Press BOOKS HISTORY
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Ancient Skies Constellation Mythology of the Greeks
Author: David Weston Marshall
Year: 2018
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Language: ENG



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Ancient Skies Constellation Mythology of the Greeks: A Journey Through Time and Culture As we gaze up at the night sky, we are reminded of the vastness and mystery of the universe. The stars and constellations have remained relatively unchanged over time, offering us a glimpse into the past and connecting us to our ancestors who first observed these celestial bodies thousands of years ago. In "Ancient Skies Constellation Mythology of the Greeks David Weston Marshall takes readers on a journey through time and culture, exploring the stories behind the forty-eight classical constellations that have captivated human imagination for centuries. From Homer's "Odyssey" to Claudius Ptolemy's "Almagest this non-fiction narrative delves into the literature spanning a thousand years to compile the tales of the ancient constellations. These stories not only provide insight into early practical astronomy but also offer a window into the philosophical speculation and fundamental moral beliefs of Western civilization. As we explore the mythology surrounding the constellations, we gain a deeper understanding of how our ancestors perceived the cosmos and their place within it. The book begins with an introduction to the night sky, highlighting the significance of the constellations and their relevance in modern times. The author then delves into each of the forty-eight constellations, providing detailed descriptions of their origins, meanings, and cultural significance.
Ancient Skies Constellation Mythology of the Greeks: A Journey Through Time and Culture Когда мы смотрим на ночное небо, нам напоминают просторы и тайны вселенной. Звезды и созвездия оставались относительно неизменными с течением времени, предлагая нам заглянуть в прошлое и соединяя нас с нашими предками, которые впервые наблюдали эти небесные тела тысячи лет назад. В «Ancient Skies Constellation Mythology of the Greeks» Дэвид Уэстон Маршалл проводит читателей в путешествие во времени и культуре, исследуя истории, лежащие в основе сорока восьми классических созвездий, которые на протяжении веков пленяли человеческое воображение. От гомеровской «Одиссеи» до «Альмагеста» Клавдия Птолемея это нехудожественное повествование углубляется в литературу, охватывающую тысячу лет, для составления сказок о древних созвездиях. Эти истории не только дают представление о ранней практической астрономии, но и открывают окно в философские спекуляции и фундаментальные моральные убеждения западной цивилизации. Исследуя мифологию, окружающую созвездия, мы получаем более глубокое понимание того, как наши предки воспринимали космос и свое место в нем. Книга начинается с введения в ночное небо, подчёркивающего значение созвездий и их актуальность в новое время. Затем автор углубляется в каждое из сорока восьми созвездий, предоставляя подробные описания их происхождения, значений и культурного значения.
Ancient Skies Constellation Mythology of the Greeks: A Journey Through Time and Culture Quando guardiamo il cielo notturno, ci ricordano gli spazi e i misteri dell'universo. stelle e costellazioni sono rimaste relativamente invariate nel corso del tempo, suggerendoci di guardare nel passato e unendoci ai nostri antenati, che hanno osservato per la prima volta questi corpi celesti migliaia di anni fa. In «Ancient Skies Constellation Mythology of the Greeks», David Weston Marshall conduce i lettori in un viaggio nel tempo e nella cultura, esplorando le storie alla base delle quarantotto costellazioni classiche che per secoli hanno catturato l'immaginazione umana. Dall'Odissea dell'Omero a Almagest di Claudio Ptolemeo, questa narrazione non dettagliata si approfondisce nella letteratura che si estende per migliaia di anni, per creare storie sulle costellazioni antiche. Queste storie non solo danno un'idea dell'astronomia pratica precoce, ma aprono una finestra sulla speculazione filosofica e sulle convinzioni morali fondamentali della civiltà occidentale. Esplorando la mitologia che circonda le costellazioni, abbiamo una comprensione più approfondita di come i nostri antenati percepissero lo spazio e il loro posto nel nulla. L'autore viene poi approfondito in ognuna delle quarantotto costellazioni, fornendo descrizioni dettagliate della loro origine, significato e significato culturale.
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古代の空の星座ギリシアの神話:時間と文化の旅夜空を見ると、宇宙の広大さと神秘を思い出させられます。星と星座は、時間の経過とともに比較的変化しておらず、過去を垣間見ることができ、数千前にこれらの天体を初めて観察した先祖たちとつながっています。「古代の空の星座ギリシャ人の神話」では、デビッド・ウェストン・マーシャルは読者を時間と文化の旅に連れて行き、何世紀にもわたって人間の想像力を魅了してきた48の古典的な星座の背後にある物語を探索します。ホメロスの『オデュッセイア』からクラウディウス・プトレマイオスの『アルマゲスト』まで、このノンフィクションの物語は古代の星座の物語を編纂するために千にわたる文学を掘り下げている。これらの物語は、初期の実用的な天文学への洞察を提供するだけでなく、哲学的推測と西洋文明の基本的な道徳的信念への窓を提供します。星座を取り巻く神話を探求することによって、私たちの祖先が宇宙とその場所をどのように認識したかをより深く理解することができます。この本は、星座の重要性と現代におけるそれらの関連性を強調し、夜空の紹介から始まります。著者はその後、48の星座のそれぞれを掘り下げ、その起源、意味、文化的意義の詳細な説明を提供します。

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