Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""The Egyptian Year, The Nile, And The Sothic Cycle"" by J. Norman Lockyer is a comprehensive study of the ancient Egyptian calendar, the Nile river, and the Sothic cycle. The author delves into the history and significance of these three interconnected aspects of Egyptian culture, exploring the ways in which they were intertwined and how they influenced daily life.Lockyer begins by describing the Egyptian calendar, which was based on the cycles of the sun and the stars. He explains how the calendar was used to track the seasons and the agricultural cycle, as well as the religious festivals and ceremonies that were an integral part of Egyptian life.The author then turns his attention to the Nile river, which was the lifeblood of ancient Egypt. He explores the ways in which the river was revered and worshipped, and how it influenced the development of Egyptian civilization. Lockyer also discusses the various methods used by the Egyptians to measure and predict the annual flood of the Nile, which was crucial for the success of their agricultural practices.Finally, Lockyer examines the Sothic cycle, which was a 1460-year cycle based on the rising of the star Sirius. He explains how this cycle was used to synchronize the solar and lunar calendars, and how it was linked to the cycles of the Nile and the agricultural seasons.Overall, ""The Egyptian Year, The Nile, And The Sothic Cycle"" is a fascinating exploration of the interconnectedness of ancient Egyptian culture and the natural world. It provides a wealth of information for anyone interested in the history, science, and mythology of this ancient civilization.THIS 46 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Dawn of Astronomy, by J. Norman Lockyer. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564591123.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.