A Brief History of Ancient Astrology

<strong>A Brief History of Ancient Astrology</strong> explores the theory and practice ofastrology from Babylon to Ancient Greece and Rome and its cultural andp... » 

A Brief History of Ancient Astrology explores the theory and practice ofastrology from Babylon to Ancient Greece and Rome and its cultural andpolitical impact on ancient societies. Discusses the union between earlyastrology and astronomy in contrast to the modern dichotomy between scienceand superstition. Explains the ancient understanding of the zodiac and itstwelve signs the seven planets and the fixed circle of places against whichthe signs and planets revolve. Demonstrates how to construct and interpret ahoroscope in the ancient manner using original ancient horoscopes andhandbooks. Considers the relevance of ancient astrology today. «