A Brief History of Ancient Astrology Paperback - 2006
by Beck, Roger
- Used
Description
Details
- Title A Brief History of Ancient Astrology
- Author Beck, Roger
- Binding Paperback
- Edition Illustrated.
- Condition Used - Very Good
- Pages 176
- Volumes 1
- Language ENG
- Publisher Wiley & Sons, Incorporated, John, Oxford, UK
- Date 2006-11-10
- Illustrated Yes
- Features Bibliography, Illustrated, Index, Table of Contents
- Bookseller's Inventory # 8892358-6
- ISBN 9781405110747 / 1405110740
- Weight 0.36 lbs (0.16 kg)
- Dimensions 8.6 x 5.46 x 0.54 in (21.84 x 13.87 x 1.37 cm)
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Themes
- Chronological Period: Ancient (To 499 A.D.)
- Topical: New Age
- Library of Congress subjects Astrology - History
- Library of Congress Catalog Number 2006009414
- Dewey Decimal Code 133.509
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From the rear cover
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.
