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The New Patterns in the Sky: Myths and Legends of the Stars
by Julius D. W. Staal

The New Patterns in the Sky: Myths and Legends of the Stars
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Author: Julius D. W. Staal
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Original Language); English (Unknown); English (Published)
Published: 1988-03
ISBN: 0939923041
Number of pages: 300
Publisher: McDonald and Woodward Publishing Company

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Book Review: Very interesting and informational
Summary: 4 Stars

The book provides a good background on the myths relating to the constellations. Especially interesting is the coverage of the Chinese astronomy. However, I kept wishing there was just a little bit more information...

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