Historical Astronomy and Related Studies
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This cluster of papers explores ancient astronomy, mathematical instruments, and their cultural, historical, and scientific significance. It covers topics such as the Antikythera Mechanism, Greek astronomy, Islamic influence on science, ancient constellations, eclipse prediction, astrolabes, archeoastronomy, and ancient geographical knowledge.
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Greek astronomy; zodiac; length of seasons; cardinal points; ecliptic quadrants; manuscript diagrams; medieval astronomical diagrams; sundial; Greek and Roman sundials; ancient astronomy; ancient timekeeping; medieval astronomy; Islamic astronomy; dial face; astronomical tables; planetary motion; Ptolemy; astrolabe; celestial sphere; lunar eclipse; calendar reform; gnomonics; lunar calendar; Gregorian calendar; Islamic calendar
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Morton address: 38355947882442495 · morton4x16-v1
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