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Early Astronomy and Cosmology

Early Astronomy and Cosmology

Menon, C. P. S.
Filon, L. N. G.

Paperback

Fiction AnthologiesGeneral World HistoryPhysics

ISBN10: 1162580879
ISBN13: 9781162580876
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 194
Weight: 0.76
Height: 0.41 Width: 7.50 Depth: 9.25
Language: English
Early Astronomy and Cosmology by C. P. S. Menon is a comprehensive exploration of the history of astronomy and cosmology from ancient times to the medieval period. The book delves into the earliest forms of astronomy practiced by ancient civilizations such as the Egyptians, Babylonians, and Greeks, and discusses the evolution of astronomical knowledge through the centuries. Menon covers topics such as the development of the geocentric model of the universe, the motion of the planets, the discovery of the heliocentric model, and the contributions of famous astronomers such as Ptolemy, Copernicus, and Galileo. The book also includes discussions on the philosophical and religious beliefs that influenced early cosmology, such as the concept of the universe as a divine creation and the role of astrology in ancient societies. Menon provides a clear and concise overview of the history of astronomy and cosmology, making this book an excellent resource for students, scholars, and anyone interested in the evolution of scientific thought throughout history.1932. A reconstruction of the earliest cosmic system. Contents: an introductory survey; rectangular enclosures; Hindu astronomy, the zodiacal divisions and square form in the sacrificial era; Meru cosmology; Chinese astronomy; Babylonian astronomy; gleanings from other countries; some practical applications; early cosmology. Appendices contain divisions of the zodiac and Babylonian ecliptical constellations.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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