A History of Astrology, Divination and Prophecy (ISBN 9780241682807) traces the development of astrology, divination, and prophecy across cultures and centuries, from ancient Mesopotamia through to modern practices. The book covers global beliefs, symbolic systems, historic figures, and the social significance of interpreting the future.
For this publication, Luped® Media Research researched more than 350 images from 70 different sources, including museums, art galleries, universities, libraries, and both stock and specialist photo libraries.
Skeleton with Arrow and Black Mirror illuminated miniature from the Book of Hours (Use of Rome) produced in Mons, Belgium around 1490-1500. Credit: Walters Art Museum
Lidded Box of Muhammad al-Hamawi, Timekeeper at the Umayyad Mosque, Damascus from the late 14th century. Credit: The Metropolitan Museum of Art