The Babylonian Astronomical Compendium MUL.APIN
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| Author | : Hermann Hunger |
| Publisher | : Routledge |
| Total Pages | : 326 |
| Release | : 2018-07-11 |
| ISBN-10 | : 9781351686815 |
| ISBN-13 | : 135168681X |
| Rating | : 4/5 (15 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis The Babylonian Astronomical Compendium MUL.APIN by : Hermann Hunger
Book excerpt: MUL.APIN, written sometime before the 8th century BC, was the most widely copied astronomical text in ancient Mesopotamia: a compendium including information such as star lists, descriptions of planetary phases, mathematical schemes for the length of day and night, a discussion of the luni-solar calendar and rules for intercalation, and a short collection of celestial omens. This book contains an introductory essay, followed by a new edition of the text and a facing-page transliteration and English translation. Finally, the book contains a new and detailed commentary on the text. This is a fascinating study, and an important resource for anyone interested in the history of astronomy.
