On The Antiquity Of Intellectual Man From A Practical And Astronomical Point Of View

By Charles Piazzi Smyth

Book Overview

On The Antiquity Of Intellectual Man From A Practical And Astronomical Point Of View is a book written by C. Piazzi Smyth. The book explores the concept of the antiquity of intellectual man from a practical and astronomical perspective. The author delves into the history of human civilization and examines the role that astronomy has played in shaping our understanding of the world. The book is divided into several chapters that cover various topics such as the origins of human intelligence, the development of language and writing, and the role of astronomy in ancient cultures. Smyth also discusses the significance of various ancient monuments such as the Great Pyramid of Giza and Stonehenge, and how they may have been used for astronomical purposes. The book is a fascinating exploration of the history of human civilization and the role that astronomy has played in shaping our understanding of the world. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of science and human civilization.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1430478640
• ISBN13: 9781430478645
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 536 Pages
• Weight: 1.71 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"