The Dawn of Astronomy by J. Norman Lockyer

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 1894. MacMillan. 1st American Edition. Ex-Library. Heavily Illustrated.

A pioneer in the fields of astrophysics and astro-archeology, J. Norman Lockyer believed that ancient Egyptian monuments were constructed "in strict relation to the stars." In this celebrated study, he explores the relationship between astronomy and architecture in the age of the pharaohs.

Lockyer addresses one of the many points already extensively investigated by Egyptologists: the chronology of the kings of Egypt. All experts are in accord regarding the identity of the first monarch, but they cannot agree upon the dates of his reign within a thousand years. The author contends that by applying a knowledge of astronomy to the actual site orientation of the region's pyramids and temples, accurate dating can be achieved. In order to accomplish this, Lockyer had to determine the level of the ancient Egyptian ideas of astronomy. Many of his conclusions still continue to provide sensational leads into contemporary understanding of archaic astronomy.

Bound in original red cloth with library binding over spine as a repair (original spine seems to have been preserved and pasted over library binding). While Ex-Library, book has few of the markings outside of property punchmark and call number on spine. Original cover has edge-wear and corners are bumped, rubbed, and worn. Slght sticker mark from removed barcode over top of letters "The Dawn" on cover, but only slightly noticeable. Interior is tightly bound, clean and beautifully illustrated. On the whole in very good condition.