Discover the mystical history of astrology and divination across the world in this stunningly
illustrated title. A History of Astrology Divination and Prophecy traces the journey of
astrology from its roots in the 3rd century BCE when ancient Mesopotamians studied celestial
bodies with the aim of predicting the future through its development into the distinct
branches of Eastern astrology Indian (Vedic) astrology and Western astrology that we know
today. Discover the stories of influential and learned seers from the oracles of Ancient
Greece to the 16th-century French philosopher and mystic Nostradamus. And explore how our fear
of and fascination with astrology divination prediction and prophecy have been depicted in
art and literature. In this enchanting book you will find: A complete global history of
the subject - from Feng shui and necromancy to the Age of Aquarius and astrocartography More
than 350 stunning full-colour images combined with engaging and accessible text with
fascinating feature boxes with additional information and biographies of key figures Simple
"how-to" instructions on the best known forms of divination - from how to read rune stones and
the Tarot to palmistry numerology and using the I Ching The most comprehensive illustrated
history of astrology ever produced A History of Astrology Divination and Prophecy will
intrigue and inspire you in equal measure - whether you are completely new to the subject or
already a practitioner. The Esoteric Histories series With global sales of more than 300
000 copies DK's Esoteric Histories explore the rich traditions of mystical and mysterious
subjects - from witchcraft to the world of the unexplained - weaving together religion
mythology folklore and the paranormal with art culture and science. Other titles in the
series include A History of Magic Witchcraft and the Occult A History of Ghosts Spirits and
the Supernatural and A History of Horror Fear and the Uncanny.
