Summary
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A Brief History of Ancient Astrology explores the theory and practice of astrology from Babylon to ancient Greece and Rome. While recognizing the modern dichotomy between science and superstition, Roger Beck acknowledges the historical symbiosis between astrology and astronomy as it existed in the ancient world.
This book 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. Using actual ancient horoscopes and handbooks, the author demonstrates how to construct and interpret a horoscope in the ancient manner. The book also discusses the sociopolitical and cultural impact of astrology on the Graeco-Roman world. The author addresses the relevance of ancient astrology today, presenting it not as a predictive art, but as a medium for telling stories about our world and the human condition.
Details
- Title Brief Hist of Astrology C
- Author Beck
- Binding Hardcover
- Edition First Edition
- Pages 176
- Volumes 1
- Language ENG
- Publisher John Wiley & Sons, Oxford
- Date 2007-01-01
- Illustrated Yes
- Features Bibliography, Dust Cover, Illustrated, Index, Table of Contents
- ISBN 9781405110877 / 1405110872
- Weight 0.76 lbs (0.34 kg)
- Dimensions 8.8 x 6.4 x 0.74 in (22.35 x 16.26 x 1.88 cm)
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Themes
- Topical: New Age
- Library of Congress subjects Astrology - History
- Library of Congress Catalog Number 2006009414
- Dewey Decimal Code 133.509
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