Hernández Pérez, Azucena, Astrolabios en al-Andalus y los reinos medievales hispanos, Madrid, La Ergástula, 2018, 244 pp., and Catálogo razonado de los astrolabios de la España medieval, Madrid, La Ergástula, 2018, 405 pp (original) (raw)

The review evaluates Azucena Hernández Pérez's two-volume work on astrolabes in al-Andalus and medieval Hispanic realms, detailing its contributions and some inaccuracies. The first volume provides a comprehensive guide to astrolabes, including their craftsmanship and historical context, while the second serves as a catalogue of astrolabes, featuring detailed descriptions and illustrations. Despite its importance, the review highlights the need for corrections in terminology, transcription errors, and historical context to ensure the works achieve their potential as reference texts in the field of astrolabe studies.