Skywatchers, Shamans and Kings : Astronomy and the Archaeology of Power

By (author) Krupp, E. C.

Discover the celestial myths and cosmic rituals of ancient priests and kings ...Drawing on intimate knowledge of the more than 1,300 ancient sites he has visited, E. C. Krupp, acclaimed writer and preeminent researcher, takes you to the world's essential sacred places and celestial shrines. Join him on a rich narrative journey to see where the rulers of old communed with the gods of the sky. "Highly recommended to everyone interested in the culture of astronomy and those peoples who practiced it in their own ways."-Sky & Telescope "A lively account of the ways in which our ancestors conceived of and used the heavens."-New Scientist "There can be no doubt that this imaginative and readable work by a widely read and widely traveled author will strike a chord in the minds of a great many modern readers."-Isis "The fact that the book is written by an expert in his field comes through on every page, as does his enthusiasm for the subject."-Astronomy Now "Krupp's indispensable volume is fascinating, well-illustrated, and covers much territory."-Parabola

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[目次]

  • Fingerprints of Cosmic Power. The Center of the World. Plugging In to Cosmic Power. Centers of Creation. Mother Earth. Agents of Renewal. Shamans, Chiefs, and Sacred Kings. Celestial Empires. Enlightened Self--Interest and Ulterior Motives. It Pays to Advertise. Upward Mobility. Bibliography. Illustration Credits. Index.

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書名 Skywatchers, Shamans and Kings : Astronomy and the Archaeology of Power
著作者等 Krupp, E. C.
書名別名 Astronomy and the Archaeology of Power
シリーズ名 Wiley Popular Science
出版元 John Wiley & Sons Inc
刊行年月 1999.02.22
版表示 New ed
ページ数 364p
大きさ H235 x W190
ISBN 9780471329756
言語 英語
出版国 アメリカ合衆国
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