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| Titre : | A Brief History of Ancient Astrology |
| Auteurs : | Roger Beck |
| Type de document : | document électronique |
| Editeur : | [S.l.] : Wiley-Blackwell, 2006 |
| ISBN/ISSN/EAN : | 978-1-4051-1074-7 |
| Index. décimale : | 133.5 (Astrologie : signes du zodiaques, horoscopes) |
| Résumé : |
*A Brief History of Ancient Astrology* explores the theory and practice of astrology from Babylon to Ancient Greece and Rome and its cultural and political impact on ancient societies. * Discusses the union between early astrology and astronomy, in contrast to the modern dichotomy between science and superstition. * 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. * Demonstrates how to construct and interpret a horoscope in the ancient manner, using original ancient horoscopes and handbooks. * Considers the relevance of ancient astrology today. ### Review [Becks] writing is clear, lively and accessible; concepts and technical details are well explained (*The Classical Review*, Vol 58 No. 1 2008) "This is a work likely to entice readers to further pursue the subject  Recommended." (*Choice*) "Roger Becks book does credit to the author: It is clear, and, possibly most importantly, it gives its reader a taste of what the study of ancient astrology may be like ... Should one look for an introduction to the extremely complex field of study, Roger Becks book is an excellent choice." (*Bryn Mawr Classical Review*) "Written in a charming colloquial style in which the personal voice of the author is present throughout, full of well-intentioned examples from ancient sources, and furnished with useful diagrams, Becks book is extremely user friendly  A book that does an excellent job at enabling non-specialists (such as classicists and ancient historians) to grasp both the science that underlies ancient astrology and the mentality that drove it." (*Aestimatio: Critical Reviews in the History of Science*) ### Review "Beck's account is eloquent, compelling, and accessible  even when dealing with technical aspects of horoscopy; it will be of consequence to all those interested in astral symbolism, in semiotics, or in the mentality underlying classical thought." **Luther H. Martin**, University of Vermont |
