Venus, a longer view

by Guy Ottewell

The planet Venus: orbit, appearance in our skies, the famous eight-year cycle, transits of the Sun, passages of the Pleiades, visits by spacecraft, amazing physical nature. And the goddess Venus, in Sumerian, Syrian, Greek, Roman myth. Very abundant illustrations: charts and sky scenes for years ahead, diagrams, paintings, sculptures. And abundant selections from the poetry and lore of Love.

140 pages, Paperback

Published June 1, 2020

Reviews

[Kathleen Horner · Rating 5 out of 5]

Guy Ottewell's astronomy books are by far the most original I have ever read. He shines as a versatile writer with a swirling showcase of his original artwork and creative storytelling plus rich historical commentaries, and as a veteran astronomer, impressive detailed astronomy science--all this woven throughout the book. The many originally designed charts in the book are mind dazzling. Since we are reading about Venus the planet in this book, it seems natural that Mr. Ottewell would include the story of Venus, the Goddess of Love. He has dedicated a whole section of the book where he writes about Venus and the history of other goddesses and gods of ancient times accompanied by gorgeous illustrations of his own original artwork alongside those of the classical artists.

The writing and illustrations are laid out so well that professionals, amateur astronomers, students, and the layperson can easily navigate through the book. There is a lengthy glossary at the end of the book to aid those who may not understand all of the astronomical terms. I highly recommend it to one and all.