{"product_id":"brief-history-of-ancient-astrology-paperback","title":"Brief History of Ancient Astrology - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eRoger Beck\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eA Brief History of Ancient Astrology\u003c\/i\u003e explores the theory and practice of astrology from Babylon to Ancient Greece and Rome and its cultural and political impact on ancient societies. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eDiscusses the union between early astrology and astronomy, in contrast to the modern dichotomy between science and superstition.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExplains the ancient understanding of the zodiac and its twelve signs, the seven planets, and the fixed circle of 'places' against which the signs and planets revolve.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDemonstrates how to construct and interpret a horoscope in the ancient manner, using original ancient horoscopes and handbooks.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eConsiders the relevance of ancient astrology today.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eA Brief History of Ancient Astrology\u003c\/i\u003e explores the theory and practice of astrology from Babylon to ancient Greece and Rome. While recognizing the modern dichotomy between science and superstition, Roger Beck acknowledges the historical symbiosis between astrology and astronomy as it existed in the ancient world.\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book explains the ancient understanding of the zodiac and its twelve signs, the seven planets, and the fixed circle of \"places\" against which the signs and planets revolve. Using actual ancient horoscopes and handbooks, the author demonstrates how to construct and interpret a horoscope in the ancient manner. The book also discusses the sociopolitical and cultural impact of astrology on the Graeco-Roman world. The author addresses the relevance of ancient astrology today, presenting it not as a predictive art, but as a medium for telling stories about our world and the human condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRoger Beck\u003c\/b\u003e is Emeritus Professor at the University Toronto. He is the author of \u003ci\u003eThe Religion of the Mithras Cult in the Roman Empire\u003c\/i\u003e (2006).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 176\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.54 x 8.6 x 5.46 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e November 10, 2006\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42718271635519,"sku":"9781405110747","price":74.22,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/8226\/1823\/files\/80b89faf7e499a988bb17358530f49c8.webp?v=1765081334","url":"https:\/\/dhlswag.com\/products\/brief-history-of-ancient-astrology-paperback","provider":"BBB","version":"1.0","type":"link"}