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Since the earliest civilizations, humans have observed the sky in hopes of discovering order, signs, or answers. The stars, their cycles, and movements have nourished a discipline several millennia old: astrology. Long considered a legitimate knowledge, it accompanied societies in their way of understanding the world, time, and the place of humans within the universe.
While the horoscope is today the most popular manifestation of astrology, this tradition has its roots in ancient Mesopotamia. The orientation of the Great Pyramid of Giza takes into account the constellations, the Persians established some of the first astronomical observatories, and Galileo himself cast horoscopes for the Medici family. From the Renaissance onward, the development of experimental sciences gradually separated these two disciplines. Astrology then found a new field of expression in literature, the arts, and certain currents of psychology. It inspired figures such as Goethe, Byron, and William Blake, before experiencing a resurgence of interest in the 20th century under the influence of the Theosophical Society and later the New Age movements.
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- Author: Andrea Richards
- Publication date: January 2025
- Size: 17cm x 24cm
- Weight: 1.77kg
- ISBN: 978-3-7544-0167-5
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Since the earliest civilizations, humans have observed the sky in hopes of discovering order, signs, or answers. The stars, their cycles, and movements gave rise to astrology, a discipline several millennia old that long accompanied great civilizations in their way of understanding the world, time, and humanity’s place in the universe. Once considered a legitimate knowledge, it was studied alongside astronomy and influenced rulers, scholars, philosophers, and doctors alike.
A history of astrology through the centuries
This work traces the history of astrology from its origins in Mesopotamia to its contemporary evolution. It covers its development in the great civilizations of Antiquity, the importance of observing constellations, the emergence of the first Persian observatories, and the close ties that long united astronomy and astrology. The reader will also discover the role this discipline played during the Renaissance, when Galileo cast horoscopes for the Medici family, before experimental sciences gradually led to their separation.
A discipline with a rich cultural heritage
Beyond its history, this book shows how astrology continued to influence Western culture despite its gradual distancing from the sciences. It inspired authors such as Goethe, Lord Byron, and William Blake, before experiencing a resurgence in the 20th century under the influence of the Theosophical Society and contemporary esoteric movements. An ideal introduction to discover the origins, major developments, and legacy of a discipline that still captivates millions of people worldwide today.
Andrea Richards is an author, journalist, and has published four books. Her work covers various esoteric topics, from forgotten philosophical systems to secret histories, as well as alternative wellness practices and religions. She is a principal associate of the Los Angeles creative collective Narrated Objects.
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