About the Book: Sky We Share
For thousands of years, civilisations around the world have turned to the stars
for guidance, marking the passage of time, navigating vast distances and weaving
myths that have been passed down through generations. While the International
Astronomical Union (IAU) officially recognises 88 constellations, the sky holds
countless more-shaped by the traditions, beliefs and wisdom of diverse cultures
throughout history.
From the Polynesians who voyaged across open oceans using only the stars, to
ancient farmers who timed their harvests by celestial rhythms, and storytellers
who filled the heavens with legends of gods, animals and heroes, the night sky
has long