Manyebook

The New Patterns in the Sky: Myths and Legends of the Stars

The New Patterns in the Sky, a modern classic in the literature of star lore, is a comprehensive collection of myths, legends, and historical notes about each of the 88 constellations and the sun, moon, Milky Way, and shooting stars. Written for the non-specialist and widely respected by professional planetarians, this book provides a substantive review of the familiar star lore that has developed among the world's cultures. A classic in astronomy, this book describes the rich body of celestial lore that has developed among the world's cultures.

  • Format
  • paperback
  • Pages
  • 300
  • Language
  • english
  • ISBN
  • 9780939923045
  • Genres
  • astronomy, history, reference, science
  • Release date
  • 1996