The sky atlas : the greatest maps, myths and discoveries of the universe /
Brooke-Hitching, Edward,author.
This richly illustrated treasury showcases the finest examples of celestial cartography - a glorious genre of map-making often overlooked by modern map books - as well as medieval manuscripts, masterpiece paintings, ancient star catalogues, antique instruments and other appealing curiosities.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
This richly illustrated treasury showcases the finest examples of celestial cartography - a glorious genre of map-making often overlooked by modern map books - as well as medieval manuscripts, masterpiece paintings, ancient star catalogues, antique instruments and other appealing curiosities.
The ancient sky -- The medieval sky -- The scientific sky -- The modern sky.
Astronomy
Astronomy
Astronomy.