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Babylonian Astronomical Compendium Mul.Apin

by Babylonian Astronomical Compendium Mul.Apin

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MUL.APIN, written sometime before the 8th century BC, was the most widely copied astronomical text in ancient Mesopotamia: a compendium including information such as star lists, descriptions of planetary phases, mathematical schemes for the length of day and night, a discussion of the luni-solar calendar and rules for intercalation, and a short collection of celestial omens. This book contains an introductory essay, followed by a new edition of the text and a facing-page transliteration and English translation. Finally, the book contains a new and detailed commentary on the text. This is a fascinating study, and an important resource for anyone interested in the history of astronomy.

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  • Routledge Brand
  • Sep 30, 2020 Pub Date:
  • 9780367666187 ISBN-13:
  • 0367666189 ISBN-10:
  • English Language
  • 9.21 in * 0.58 in * 6.14 in Dimensions:
  • 1 lb Weight: