Investigating Art, History, and Literature with Astronomy: Determining Time, Place, and Other Hidden Details Linked to the Stars

Professor Olson uses astronomical clues to explore art, history, and literature, including cases of Vermeer, Monet, OKeeffe, Alexander the Great, the Death Valley 49ers, and Franklin D. Roosevelt and Winston Churchill. This book provides insights and tools to become a celestial sleuth.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 336 pages
Publication date: 18 March 2022
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

In his groundbreaking book, "Celestial Sleuth: Unlocking the Secrets of Art, History, and Literature with Astronomical Clues," Professor Olson delves into the fascinating realm of amateur "celestial sleuthing," demonstrating how to employ astronomical knowledge, software, archives, vintage maps, historical letters and diaries, military records, and other resources to investigate the past. The author then presents twenty real-world cases where astronomy has shed light on unresolved questions or corrected longstanding interpretations about significant events. These cases encompass a diverse range of subjects, including artists such as Johannes Vermeer, Claude Monet, and Georgia O'Keeffe; historical figures such as Alexander the Great, the Death Valley 49ers, and the meeting between Franklin D. Roosevelt and Winston Churchill in Marrakech; and literary works by Chaucer, Shakespeare, and Henry Wadsworth Longfellow.

Packed with dozens of full-color illustrations, this captivating book not only enriches our understanding of the past but also equips readers with the tools necessary to become celestial sleuths themselves. "Many people possess a passion for art, world history, great literature, or even astronomy, but rarely in all these areas simultaneously. This remarkable book by Donald Olson of Texas State University will connect you with seemingly unrelated endeavors, opening your eyes and broadening your mind like no other."

"Celestial Sleuth: Unlocking the Secrets of Art, History, and Literature with Astronomical Clues" has received widespread praise from renowned experts in the field. Roger W. Sinnott, editor-in-chief of Sky & Telescope, hailed it as "a remarkable book that will put you in touch with seemingly unrelated endeavors. It will open your eyes and broaden your mind as little else could."

In conclusion, "Celestial Sleuth: Unlocking the Secrets of Art, History, and Literature with Astronomical Clues" is a must-read for anyone with an interest in art, history, literature, or astronomy. By employing astronomical clues, Professor Olson has opened up a new avenue for exploring the past and has revealed fascinating insights that challenge our existing understanding of the world. This book is a testament to the power of interdisciplinary research and the endless possibilities that arise when we combine different fields of knowledge.

Weight: 682g
Dimension: 167 x 239 x 17 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030955533
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022