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The Chinese Sky During the Han: Constellating Stars and Society

The Chinese Sky During the Han

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"The Chinese Sky During the Han" by Xiaochun Sun, Jacob Kistemaker is a astronomy book and space science reference focused on General Astronomy. Best for students, researchers, and serious astronomy enthusiasts.

Presents the first adequate picture of the Chinese sky of 2000 years ago. Investigating the 283 constellations, it reveals that the sky as a mirror of human society was based on the philosophy and cosmology of Han times.

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Best For: Students and researchers interested in ancient astronomy and Chinese history
Focus: The relationship between Han dynasty cosmology and societal structure through star constellations
Covers: The 283 constellations recognized in Han dynasty China and their cultural significance
Why It Matters: It provides a detailed reconstruction of the ancient Chinese sky, linking astronomy with historical philosophy and social organization

"The Chinese Sky During the Han" by Xiaochun Sun, Jacob Kistemaker is a astronomy book and space science reference focused on General Astronomy. Best for students, researchers, and serious astronomy enthusiasts.

Topic: General Astronomy

Author: Xiaochun Sun, Jacob Kistemaker

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.

Presents the first adequate picture of the Chinese sky of 2000 years ago. Investigating the 283 constellations, it reveals that the sky as a mirror of human society was based on the philosophy and cosmology of Han times.

AuthorXiaochun Sun, Jacob Kistemaker
PublisherBRILL
Published1997
ISBN-139789004107373
BindingHardcover
Pages290
LanguageEnglish
SubjectsSocial Science
TopicGeneral Astronomy
SeriesSinica Leidensia

Format: Hardcover

Length: 290 pages

Language: English

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