Publisher's Synopsis
The Egyptian Heavens And The Zodiacs Of Denderah is a book written by J. Norman Lockyer that explores the ancient Egyptian civilization's understanding of the heavens and the zodiacs. The book focuses on the famous Denderah zodiacs, which are a collection of ancient Egyptian astronomical representations found in the temple of Hathor in Denderah. Lockyer provides a detailed analysis of the zodiacs and their significance in the ancient Egyptian culture. He discusses the various symbols and images depicted on the zodiacs and how they relate to the constellations in the night sky. The author also examines the Egyptian calendar and how it was based on the movement of the stars and planets.The book also delves into the history of ancient Egypt and its relationship with astronomy. Lockyer explores the role of astronomy in Egyptian religion and how it influenced their daily lives. He also discusses the various astronomical instruments used by the Egyptians, such as the merkhet and the water clock.Overall, The Egyptian Heavens And The Zodiacs Of Denderah is a fascinating book that provides a comprehensive look at the ancient Egyptian understanding of astronomy and its significance in their culture. It is a must-read for anyone interested in ancient history, astronomy, or Egyptology.THIS 18 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Dawn of Astronomy, by J. Norman Lockyer. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564591123.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
