Star Names historical survey

historical survey

enchanted lands

with early impressionistic shadings

and how they were rescued from dire peril by the sorcery of Glinda the Good witch

the author has also provided perceptively written notes to each song

Star Names historical surveyHere is an unusual book for anyone who appreciates the beauty and wonder of the stars. Solidly based upon years of thorough research into astronomical writings and observations of the ancient Chinese, Arabic, Euphrates, Hellenic, and Roman civilizations, it is an informative, non technical excursion into the vast heritage of folklore and history associated with the heavenly bodies. From his studies of the writings of scores of ancient astronomers, the