Stars, Myths and Rituals in Etruscan Rome (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2015)

This book offers a detailed and fascinating picture of the astonishing astronomical knowledge on which the Roman calendar, traditionally attributed to the king Numa Pompilius (reign 715-673 B.C.), was based. This knowledge, of Mesopotamian origins, related mainly to the planetary movements and to the occurrence of eclipses in the solar system. The author explains the Numan year and cycle and illustrates clearly how astronomical phenomena exerted a powerful influence over both public and private life. A series of concise chapters examine the dates of the Roman festivals, describe the related rites and myths and place the festivals in relation to the planetary movements and astronomical events. Special reference is made to the movements of the moon and Venus, their relation to the language of myth, and the particular significance that Venus was considered to have for female fertility. The book clearly demonstrates the depth of astronomical knowledge reflected in the Roman religious calendar and the designated festive days. It will appeal both to learned connoisseurs and to amateurs with a particular interest in the subject.

General

Imprint:	Springer International Publishing AG
Country of origin:	Switzerland
Series:	Space and Society
Release date:	August 2016
First published:	2015
Authors:	Leonardo Magini
Dimensions:	235 x 155 x 12mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	181
Edition:	Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2015
ISBN-13:	978-3-319-36001-0
Categories:	Books > Science & Mathematics > Science: general issues > History of science Books > Humanities > History > World history > BCE to 500 CE Books > Science & Mathematics > Astronomy, space & time > Time (chronology) > General Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Anthropology > Social & cultural anthropology > General Books > History > World history > BCE to 500 CE
LSN:	3-319-36001-9
Barcode:	9783319360010

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