Publisher's Synopsis
Tales of the Night Sky shines fresh light on the mythological meaning and cultural significance of constellations, and includes a beautiful 18 x 24-inch poster illustrating 33 of the best-known among them.
Astronomer and ordained ex-zen monk offers a modern approach to stargazing that reflects growing interest in popular and accessible science through mindfulness. Through a mix of both scientific fact and meditative insight, discover how the mysteries of the twinkly skies can connect us all more deeply to our inner selves. Noticing the bright constellations in the night skies above can foster a sense of curiosity, awe, and deep interconnection like nothing else on Earth. For each of the constellations, discover:- Philosophy and lifestyle advice learned from the origin of the constellation
- Myths and cultural connections of the constellation
- Celestial events that occur annually
- The deep sky objects contained in the constellation, including nebulae and star clusters
