The Babylonian Astronomical Compendium MUL.APIN (Scientific Writings from the Ancient and Medieval World)

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MUL.APIN, written sometime before the 8th century BC, used to be essentially the most widely copied astronomical text in ancient Mesopotamia: a compendium including information such as star lists, descriptions of planetary phases, mathematical schemes for the length of day and night, a discussion of the luni-solar calendar and rules for intercalation, and a short number of celestial omens. This book incorporates an introductory essay, followed by a new edition of the text and a facing-page transliteration and English translation. After all, the book incorporates a new and detailed statement at the text. This can be a fascinating study, and a very powerful resource for any person interested in the history of astronomy.


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