Hellenistic astronomy: the science in its contexts

In 'Hellenistic Astronomy: The Science in its Contexts', new essays by renowned scholars address questions about what the ancient science of the heavens was in the ancient Near East and Mediterranean worlds, and the numerous contexts in which it was pursued. Together, these essays will ena...

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Subtitles:A Brill companion
A Brill companion: Hellenistic astronomy
Contributors: Bowen, Alan C. (Editor) ; Rochberg, Francesca 1952- (Editor)
Format: Electronic/Print Book
Language:English
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Published: Leiden Boston Brill [2020]
In:Year: 2020
Series/Journal:Brill's companions in classical studies
Standardized Subjects / Keyword chains:B Astronomy / Hellenism
Further subjects:B Collection of essays
Online Access: Table of Contents
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Summary:In 'Hellenistic Astronomy: The Science in its Contexts', new essays by renowned scholars address questions about what the ancient science of the heavens was in the ancient Near East and Mediterranean worlds, and the numerous contexts in which it was pursued. Together, these essays will enable readers not only to understand the technical accomplishments of this ancient science but also to appreciate their historical significance by locating the questions, challenges, and issues inspiring them in their political, medical, philosophical, literary, and religious contexts
ISBN:9004243364
Persistent identifiers:DOI: 10.1163/9789004400566_006