Book ID: CBB000201347

Beyond Earth: Mapping the Universe (2002)

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DeVorkin, David H. (Author)


National Geographic Society


Publication Date: 2002
Physical Details: 255 pp., illus., index
Language: English

Description “Explores an array of cosmological visions as expressed in the art, architecture, and writings of cultures East and West.” (from publisher's web page)


Citation URI
https://data.isiscb.org/isis/citation/CBB000201347/

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Authors & Contributors
Steele, John M.
Wenan, Chen
M. Willis Monroe
Zimmermann, Robert
Tenn, Joseph S.
Stroud, Rick
Concepts
Astronomy
Cosmology
Celestial maps; star catalogs
Space research and exploration
Astrology
Astronomical chronology
Time Periods
Ancient
20th century, late
19th century
Prehistory
Medieval
21st century
Places
Mesopotamia
Greece
Middle and Near East
China
Rome (Italy)
Toulouse (France)
Institutions
United States. National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Hubble Space Telescope
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