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Ancient Astronomy: An Encyclopedia of Cosmologies and Myth compiles over 200 entries that explore the ways prehistoric humans perceived the heavens. Drawing on archaeological evidence and oral traditions, the book covers key sites such as Stonehenge, the Egyptian and Mexican pyramids, Chaco Canyon, and the Nazca lines, as well as broader themes like cosmologies, calendars, and ancient ideas of space and time. It also addresses practical questions about astronomical dating, navigation, and the relationship between astrology and ancient astronomy.
First publish date: 2005
Genre: Science/Astronomy
Authors: C. L. N. Ruggles
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