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Category - Non Fiction / Science
Format - Hardcover
Condition - Excellent
Listed - 4 months ago
Views - 3
Ships From - California
Est. Publication Date - Mar 2008
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**"People and the Sky: A Journey Through the Cosmos"** by Anthony Aveni offers a captivating exploration of humanity’s relationship with the cosmos throughout history. Aveni, an esteemed astronomer and anthropologist, delves into how various cultures have understood and interacted with the sky. The book blends historical, cultural, and scientific perspectives to reveal how celestial phenomena have influenced human beliefs, calendars, and societal structures. Through rich storytelling and insightful analysis, Aveni illustrates the profound impact of astronomy on our collective identity and the ways in which our ancestors perceived and revered the heavens.
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People and the Sky: Our Ancestors and the Cosmos
ISBN: 9780500051528
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"Anthony Aveni reveals how !Kung and Mursi hunter-gatherers depended on signals in the sky for their survival and sustenance; how Polynesian sailors navigated a seemingly limitless watery world by sta...
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