For most of human history, on clear nights our species could marvel at an untarnished view of nearly 3,000 stars. This view, shared by civilizations around the globe, was a wellspring of awe and speculation out of which flowed diverse myths and philosophies. Countless cultures have long traditions that connect stargazing with storytelling.
In the centuries-old Tale of the Bamboo Cutter, Princess Kaguya is a native of the Moon. ...Read More