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Ptolemy and Ancient Astronomy

In Our Time

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Exploring the Importance of The Handy Tables in Ancient Astronomy

Explore the importance of The Handy Tables in predicting planetary positions and its impact on fields like farming and astrology. Discover how artisans applied their knowledge of stars for practical tasks while scholars concentrated on mathematical aspects.

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