ISBN: 9780963132000 - the prism of lyra: an exploration of human aalectic heritage (5 Ergebnisse)

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Qanats and Historic Structures in Persia presents the early history of water science and includes the advanced knowledge held by Persians regarding the hydrologic cycle in general and groundwater flow in particular. It explains how the Persians understood the sources of rivers, streams, springs, and groundwater, at least seven centuries before it was known to western scholars, and how their use of underground water tunnels allowed them to transform deserts into centers of civilization and food production for thousands of years. It also presents an overview of ancient canals, weir bridges, dams, water storage structures, and water dividers constructed to supply water for irrigation and domestic needs. Presents numerous examples of how qanats are used throughout the world, including the Middle East, Africa, Asia, Europe, and South America. Includes descriptions and photographs of historic structures, some of which are still operational after hundreds of years. Written in an accessible and informative way, the book contains neither equations nor rigorous technical material. Examines the renowned scholars of the late ninth through twelfth centuries, namely the Persian Golden Era.…

Reprint. 8vo. [x] + 108pp. + adverts. B/w. illustations. Pencil annotations to margins of pages. Paperback in original pictorial white wrapps. with black lettering to spine, slightly rubbed. ISBN 0963132008 US$10.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Soft cover. Zustand: Good. Tidy copy with one small mark to the first page. An exploration of New Age ideas about humanity's supposed extraterrestrial origins and spiritual relationship with other civilisations in the galaxy. It presents a cosmology in which humanoid consciousness develops through worlds associated with Lyra, Vega, Sirius, Orion, the Pleiades and Zeta Reticuli before becoming connected with Earth's evolution. Combining metaphysical ideas with material presented as extraterrestrial perspectives, it considers creation, consciousness, reincarnation, human evolution and spiritual transformation, emphasising the idea that apparently separate beings and civilisations ultimately share a common origin.…

Paperback. Zustand: Brand New. revised edition. 9.00x6.00x0.25 inches. In Stock.