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Astrology to Astronomy - The Study of the Night Sky from Ptolemy to Copernicus - With Biographies and Illustrations
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Exploring the evolution from astrology to the scientific disciplines of astronomy and cosmology, this book delves into humanity's longstanding fascination with celestial movements. It highlights the contributions of key figures, including Ptolemy and Copernicus, illustrating how their insights shaped our understanding of the universe. Through biographical sketches, the narrative traces the intellectual journey that transformed astrology into a rigorous scientific study, reflecting on the profound impact of these discoveries on human thought.
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Astrology to Astronomy - The Study of the Night Sky from Ptolemy to Copernicus - With Biographies and Illustrations, Various
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- 2014
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- Title
- Astrology to Astronomy - The Study of the Night Sky from Ptolemy to Copernicus - With Biographies and Illustrations
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Various
- Publisher
- Vintage Astronomy Classics
- Released
- 2014
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 68
- ISBN13
- 9781473320307
- Category
- Astronomy / Space / Cosmonautics
- Description
- Exploring the evolution from astrology to the scientific disciplines of astronomy and cosmology, this book delves into humanity's longstanding fascination with celestial movements. It highlights the contributions of key figures, including Ptolemy and Copernicus, illustrating how their insights shaped our understanding of the universe. Through biographical sketches, the narrative traces the intellectual journey that transformed astrology into a rigorous scientific study, reflecting on the profound impact of these discoveries on human thought.