Eleanor Lutz: World Constellations: Discover the Universe Through Ancient Eyes
Explore the celestial storytelling of over 30 different civilizations with Eleanor Lutz's World Constellations map.
This beautifully detailed map illustrates the animals, people, and objects imagined in the sky by various cultures throughout history. For millennia, humans have gazed at the stars for navigation, divination, and storytelling, finding meaning and guidance in the night sky.
A Historical and Scientific Marvel
Delve into a rich tapestry of asterisms recorded by ancient cultures, from the bright star Sirius used by ancient Egyptians to predict the flooding of the Nile, to the stars that guided Polynesians across vast oceanic distances.
This map features every star visible to the human eye on the darkest night, as well as the star patterns, or asterisms, as documented by various cultures and ancient texts from around the world.
Scientific Accuracy Meets Cultural Heritage
The star locations on this map are derived from scientific databases, ensuring precise positioning. The asterisms, however, are based on an open-source database curated by volunteers.
While many star patterns are approximations, and some details remain uncertain due to the passage of time, this map offers a captivating glimpse into historical star charts and the endless boundaries of human creativity and fascination with the sky.
Perfect for History Buffs and Stargazers Alike
Ideal for historians, astronomy enthusiasts, educators, and those fascinated by cultural heritage, this map is a testament to humanity's shared love of the cosmos.
Display it in your home, office, or educational space to inspire curiosity, essential conversations, and a deeper appreciation for the diverse ways our ancestors understood the universe.
Capture the Wonder of the Night Sky
With Eleanor Lutz's World Constellations map, journey through ancient celestial tales and marvel at the night sky's timeless allure.
It's more than just a map — it's an exploration of human imagination and our eternal bond with the stars.
Author of the graphic: Eleanor Lutz
An information designer with a PhD in biology and data science, Eleanor specializes in science visualization and works as a Graphics Editor at The New York Times. She enjoys using bold colors, handling complex data, and learning about space exploration.
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