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Ancient Indian Astronomy

Ancient Indian Astronomy

Plunket, Emmeline M.

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ISBN10: 1161556311
ISBN13: 9781161556315
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: May 23 2010
Pages: 32
Weight: 0.62
Height: 0.25 Width: 7.00 Depth: 10.00
Language: English
Ancient Indian Astronomy is a book written by Emmeline M. Plunket that explores the history and development of astronomy in India. The book covers the period from the earliest known Indian astronomical observations to the end of the medieval period. Plunket discusses the various astronomical instruments that were used in ancient India, including the astrolabe, the gnomon, and the water clock. She also describes the different calendars that were used in India and the astronomical calculations that were used to determine important dates and events. The book delves into the contributions of Indian astronomers like Aryabhata, Brahmagupta, and Bhaskara, and their impact on the field of astronomy. Plunket also explores the influence of Indian astronomy on other cultures, including the Greeks and the Arabs. Overall, Ancient Indian Astronomy provides a comprehensive overview of the fascinating history of astronomy in India.THIS 32 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Ancient Calendars and Constellations, by Emmeline M. Plunket. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766147894.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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