The nightly appearance of the stars, their arrangement in the sky, their
regular risings and settings through the course of the year, have been a
source of endless wonder and speculation. But where did the
constellations come from and what are the myths associated with them?
Star Myths of the Greeks and Romans is the most comprehensive work
ever published on the fortyeight classical constellations. Included in
this handbook are the only surviving works on the constellation myths
that have come down to us from antiquity: an epitome of The
Constellations of Eratosthenesnever before translated into English and
The Poetic Astronomy of Hyginus. Also provided are accurate and
detailed commentaries on each constellation myth, and complete
references for those who wish to dig deeper. This book is a
comprehensive sourcework for anyone interested in astronomy or mythology
and an ideal resource for the occasional stargazer.