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The Sirius mystery

by Robert K. G. Temple

This investigation examines the hypothesis that ancient civilisations, including the Dogon of Mali, gained advanced astronomical knowledge from the Sirius star system. It traces these traditions through 5,000 years of African and Mediterranean history.

Accession 9338 ISBN 0860075028 Publisher Sidgwick & Jackson
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