This captivating study circles the earth in its examination of legends, traditions, and superstitions. Starting with solar creation myths, it explores ancient ideology, mythology, and folklore associated with the moon as well as the sun. 30 evocative illustrations complement the text, which features an extended survey of sun worship, sun-catcher myths, and much more. Republication of the New York and London, 1914 edition.
Star Lore: Myths, Legends, and Facts by William Tyler Olcott Captivating retellings of the origins and histories of ancient star groups include Pegasus, Ursa Major, Pleiades, signs of the zodiac, and other constellations. "Classic." — Sky & Telescope. 58 illustrations.
Star Names: Their Lore and Meaning by Richard H. Allen Star names, the zodiac, constellations; folklore, and literature associated with heavens. Based on years of thorough research into astronomical writings and observations of the ancient Chinese, Arabic, Euphrates, Hellenic, and Roman civilizations.
Echoes of the Ancient Skies: The Astronomy of Lost Civilizations by E. C. Krupp Popular, authoritative look at the world of archaeoastronomy, the study of ancient peoples' observation of the skies and its role in their cultural evolution. 208 illustrations.
