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Stairways to the Stars: Skywatching in Three Great Ancient Cultures

Stairways to the Stars

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"Stairways to the Stars" by Anthony Aveni is a astronomy book and space science reference focused on General Astronomy. Best for students, researchers, and serious astronomy enthusiasts.

The acclaimed study of the birth of astronomy in three ancient societies One of the founding fathers of the study of ancient astronomy, Anthony Aveni offers startling new insights and conclusions about the hieroglyphic writing known as the "Mayan Code," how the Incan capital city of Cuzco was built as a vast observatory, and why Stonehenge was erected in ancient England.

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Best For: Readers interested in the origins of astronomy in ancient civilizations
Focus: The development of astronomy in the Mayan, Incan, and ancient English cultures
Covers: The Mayan hieroglyphic writing system, the astronomical design of Cuzco, and the purpose of Stonehenge
Why It Matters: Provides historical context for how early societies observed and understood the sky, contributing to the foundation of astronomy

"Stairways to the Stars" by Anthony Aveni is a astronomy book and space science reference focused on General Astronomy. Best for students, researchers, and serious astronomy enthusiasts.

Topic: General Astronomy

Author: Anthony Aveni

Who this is for:

  • Astronomy students
  • Researchers and advanced hobbyists
  • Readers exploring space science topics

Why this book matters: It matters because it helps readers build a stronger understanding of astronomy concepts, observations, and scientific ideas related to space.

The acclaimed study of the birth of astronomy in three ancient societies One of the founding fathers of the study of ancient astronomy, Anthony Aveni offers startling new insights and conclusions about the hieroglyphic writing known as the "Mayan Code," how the Incan capital city of Cuzco was built as a vast observatory, and why Stonehenge was erected in ancient England.

AuthorAnthony Aveni
PublisherJohn Wiley & Sons
Published1999-02-22
ISBN-139780471329763
BindingPaperback
LanguageEnglish
SubjectsScience
TopicGeneral Astronomy

Format: Paperback

Language: English

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