Descrição
This book is a work of geography, astronomy and artwork of historical significance. Ptolemy was cartographer of the 2nd Century, and this work represent a scientific compilation of the body of western civilization's knowledge of the geography of the earth at that point in time. He regarded the earth as the center of the universe and locations on the map were derived via astronomy. This is a large, handsome "coffee table" display book.
Detalhes do Livro
Formato
Brochura
Páginas
286 páginas
Idioma
Inglês
Publicado
fev 1, 2012
Editora
Gale Ecco, Sabin Americana
ISBN-10
1275746535
ISBN-13
9781275746534