Orion The Giant Hunter

By William Tyler Olcott

Book Overview

""Orion The Giant Hunter"" by William Tyler Olcott is a fascinating book that explores the mythology and astronomy behind the constellation Orion. The author delves into the history of Orion, tracing its origins back to ancient civilizations and exploring the various myths and legends associated with the constellation.The book also covers the scientific aspects of Orion, including its position in the night sky, its stars and their properties, and the various astronomical phenomena that can be observed within the constellation.Throughout the book, Olcott weaves together mythology and science, providing a unique and engaging perspective on one of the most recognizable constellations in the night sky. With beautiful illustrations and thorough research, ""Orion The Giant Hunter"" is a must-read for anyone interested in astronomy, mythology, or the intersection of the two.THIS 30 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Star Lore of all Ages, by William Tyler Olcott. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564597709.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: 1425321054
• ISBN13: 9781425321055
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"