On 23 August 2010 12:25, Jake Stratton-Kent
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> The topic of the directions in the Antipodes is one I come back to and
> scratch at periodically. Aside from the winds, there are several other
> issues and I'm not sure all solutions consider all the factors
> involved.
>
> 4. Constellations *really* need some depth research. Some Aboriginal
> lore is certainly relevant, but consider too that Meso-America has an
> advanced star lore that shares some features with OZ &c not found in
> Ptolemy, the Arabs etc (Southern Cross being the obvious example).
see: Star Gods of the Maya - Astronomy in Art, Folklore, and Calendars.
Susan Milbrath: University of Texas Press; 1991
Jake
http://www.underworld-apothecary.com/
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