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Star Maps: History, Artistry, and Cartography (Springer Praxis Books / Popular Astronomy)
Star Maps History Artistry and Cartography - Springer Praxis Books / Popular Astronomy
Author: Nick Kanas
From 1600 to 1800 a number of beautiful star atlases depicting the constellations according to ancient myths and tales were printed. In Europe, where the quality of celestial atlases was unmatched, classical Greek traditions prevailed and the constellations were given allegorical visual representations of heroes and heroines, real and imaginary ...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780387716688
ISBN-10: 0387716688
Publication Date: 8/24/2007
Pages: 382
Edition: 1
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Publisher: Praxis
Book Type: Paperback
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