Astronomy and astrology in the islamic world
Auteur :
Blake, Stephen P.
Éditeur :
Edinburgh University Press
ISBN :
9780748649099
Date de publication :
22 avr. 2016
Dimensions :
21,0 x 15,0 x 2,5 cm
Poids :
365 g
Format :
book
Langue :
Anglais
Pays d'origine :
Grande Bretagne
This textbook surveys the major advances in the heavenly sciences from Isfahan, Maragha and Samarqand. It looks at the development of astronomy and astrology in the Islamic world from the 9th to the 17th century, and their influence on the beliefs and practices of individuals and institutions in the Islamic world and Europe.