Ptolemy’s Handy Tables. Tables A1–A2 (original) (raw)

Ptolemy's Handy Tables is an essential collection of astronomical tables aimed at solving astronomy-related problems from the second century AD. It represents a significant advancement over his earlier work, the Almagest, by providing user-friendly tools for computation and an extensive commentary on astronomical phenomena. The first volume of a critical edition reveals detailed analyses and reconstructions of the methodologies used for calculations, making a notable contribution to the understanding of ancient astronomy.