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Author : Pliny (the Elder.)
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 544 pages
Book Rating : 4.F/5 ( download)
Download or read book The Natural History of Pliny written by Pliny (the Elder.) and published by . This book was released on 1893 with total page 544 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Pliny (the Elder.)
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 578 pages
Book Rating : 4.F/5 ( download)
Download or read book The Natural History of Pliny written by Pliny (the Elder.) and published by . This book was released on 1856 with total page 578 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Pliny (the Elder.)
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 576 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (321 download)
Download or read book The Natural History of Pliny written by Pliny (the Elder.) and published by . This book was released on 1855 with total page 576 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : John Bostock
Publisher : Legare Street Press
ISBN 13 : 9781017652758
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (527 download)
Download or read book The Natural History of Pliny; Volume 3 written by John Bostock and published by Legare Street Press. This book was released on 2022-10-27 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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Publisher : OUP Oxford
ISBN 13 : 0191518352
Total Pages : 536 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (915 download)
Download or read book The Elder Pliny on the Human Animal written by and published by OUP Oxford. This book was released on 2005-03-17 with total page 536 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As a detailed study of the human animal, described by its author as the raison d'etre of nature, Book Seven of the elder Pliny's Natural History is crucial to the understanding of the work as a whole. In addition, however, it provides a valuable insight into the extraordinary complex of ideas and beliefs current in Pliny's era, many of which have resonances for other eras and cultures. The present study includes a substantial introduction examining the background to Pliny's life, thought, and writing, together with a modern English translation, and a detailed commentary which emphasizes the importance of Book Seven as possibly the most fascinating cultural record surviving from early imperial Rome.
Author : Pliny the Elder
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1472521013
Total Pages : 369 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (725 download)
Download or read book Pliny the Elder: The Natural History Book VII (with Book VIII 1-34) written by Pliny the Elder and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2015-05-21 with total page 369 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pliny the Elder's Natural History is a vast encyclopaedia, surveying natural phenomena from cosmology to biology, medicine to magic. Direct observation, informed speculation and common knowledge are combined to present a key snapshot of ancient thought and the Romans' perspective on the world around them. Book VII of The Natural History provides a detailed examination of the human animal and is crucial to understanding the work as a whole. In Pliny's eyes, mankind 'for whose sake nature was created', represents the basis for which the natural world was founded and structured. As a result, the book provides valuable insight into the extraordinary complex of ideas and beliefs that were current in Pliny's era. One of the most interesting transitions of subject in The Natural History is that from man to animals (between Books VII and VIII) and for this reason the section on elephants at the beginning of Book VIII is included here, to show how Pliny moves on to his account of the animal he considers 'nearest to the human disposition'. This edition provides the full Latin text accompanied by commentary notes that provide linguistic help and explanations, plus vocabulary lists of Latin terms and an index of proper names. The in-depth introduction provides valuable details about the work's historical, scientific and literary context, as well as an overview of the work's legacy and reception.
Author : the younger Pliny
Publisher : Lebooks Editora
ISBN 13 : 6558942380
Total Pages : 355 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (589 download)
Download or read book The Letters of The Younger Pliny written by the younger Pliny and published by Lebooks Editora. This book was released on 2024-06-17 with total page 355 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Letters of Pliny the Younger, also known as the Epistles of Pliny the Younger, have been studied for centuries, as they offer a unique and intimate glimpse into the daily life of Romans in the 1st century AD. Through his letters, the Roman writer and lawyer Pliny the Younger (whose full name was Gaius Plinius Caecilius Secundus) discusses philosophical and moral issues; but he also talks about everyday matters and topics related to his administrative duties. One of these letters, Letter 16 from Book VI, addressed to Tacitus, holds unparalleled historical value. In it, Pliny describes the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in AD 79, which destroyed the city of Pompeii. Many scholars claim that with his letters, Pliny invented a new literary genre: the letter written not only to establish pleasant communication with peers but also to publish it later. Pliny compiled copies of every letter he wrote throughout his life and published those he considered the best in twelve books. This edition presents selected letters chosen for their various characteristics and covering several books, focusing mainly on Books I, II, and III. The work is part of the famous collection: 501 Books You Must Read.
Author : Roger French
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1134962673
Total Pages : 318 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (349 download)
Download or read book Ancient Natural History written by Roger French and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2005-08-08 with total page 318 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ancient Natural History surveys the ways in which people in the ancient world thought about nature. The writings of Aristotle, Theophrastus, Strabo, Pliny are examined, as well as the popular beliefs of their contemporaries. Roger French finds that the same natural-historical material was used to serve the purposes of both the Greek philosopher and the Christian allegorist, or of a taxonomist like Theophrastus and a collector of curiosa like Pliny. He argues convincingly that the motives of ancient writers on nature were rarely `scientific' and, indeed, that there was not really any science at all in the ancient world. This book will make fascinating reading for students, academics and anyone who is interested in the history of science, or in the ancient history of ideas.
Author : Pliny the Elder
Publisher : Good Press
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 3992 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (596 download)
Download or read book The Natural History of Pliny (Vol. 1-6) written by Pliny the Elder and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-12-24 with total page 3992 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pliny the Elder's 'The Natural History of Pliny' is a monumental work that spans six volumes, covering a wide range of topics including geography, zoology, botany, and medicine. Written in a detailed and informative style, the book serves as a comprehensive encyclopedia of the natural world in the ancient Roman Empire. Pliny's work reflects the intellectual curiosity of his time, as well as his desire to compile and preserve knowledge for future generations. His observations and descriptions provide valuable insights into the scientific understanding of the natural world during the 1st century AD. With meticulous attention to detail and a wealth of information, 'The Natural History of Pliny' stands as a testament to the author's dedication to scholarship and learning. Pliny the Elder, a Roman author and naturalist, was a highly respected figure in Roman society. His extensive travels and firsthand experiences informed much of the content of his work, making him a reliable source of information on various natural phenomena. Recommended for readers interested in ancient scientific thought and the history of natural history literature, 'The Natural History of Pliny' offers a fascinating glimpse into the intellectual pursuits of the ancient world.
Author : Jo-Ann Shelton
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 0415374286
Total Pages : 447 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (153 download)
Download or read book The Women of Pliny's Letters written by Jo-Ann Shelton and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2013 with total page 447 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The large collection of letters by Pliny the Younger includes a number of women among its addressees, and Pliny also gives us plentiful information about many women of his acquaintance. This book brings together this material to build up a portrait of a peer-group of women in their social setting.
Author : The Elder Pliny
Publisher : Good Press
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 337 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (596 download)
Download or read book The Boys' and Girls' Pliny written by The Elder Pliny and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-11-14 with total page 337 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Boys' and Girls' Pliny, written by the renowned author The Elder Pliny, is a unique and engaging introduction to the natural world for young readers. This educational book covers a wide range of topics such as geography, astronomy, animals, and plants, providing a comprehensive understanding of the world in the 1st century AD. The writing style is informative yet accessible, making it an ideal tool for children to learn about the wonders of nature. The book is structured in a question-and-answer format, with each section addressing a different aspect of the natural world, encouraging curiosity and critical thinking in young minds. The Boys' and Girls' Pliny serves as a valuable literary work that sheds light on the intellectual pursuits of ancient Roman society, offering insight into the scientific knowledge of the time. This book is recommended for readers who are interested in classical literature, natural history, and the educational methods of antiquity.
Author : Pliny (the Younger.)
Publisher : Oxford University Press
ISBN 13 : 0199538948
Total Pages : 423 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (995 download)
Download or read book Complete Letters written by Pliny (the Younger.) and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2009-02-26 with total page 423 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "In the introduction to his new translation, P.G. Walsh examines the background to these often intimate and enthralling letters."--Jacket.
Author : Pliny the Younger
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
ISBN 13 : 1107006899
Total Pages : 343 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (7 download)
Download or read book Pliny the Younger: 'Epistles' written by Pliny the Younger and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2013-11-21 with total page 343 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first modern literary commentary on Pliny the Younger's Epistles II, essential reading for students and scholars of Roman literature.
Author : Pedar W. Foss
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1000557189
Total Pages : 323 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (5 download)
Download or read book Pliny and the Eruption of Vesuvius written by Pedar W. Foss and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2022-03-29 with total page 323 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pliny and the Eruption of Vesuvius is a forensic examination of two of the most famous letters from the ancient Mediterranean world: Pliny the Younger’s Epistulae 6.16 and 6.20, which offer a contemporary account of the eruption of Vesuvius in AD 79. These letters, sent to the historian Tacitus, provide accounts by Pliny the Younger about what happened when Mt Vesuvius exploded, destroying the surrounding towns and countryside, including Pompeii and Herculaneum, and killing his uncle, Pliny the Elder. This volume provides the first comprehensive full-length treatment of these documents, contextualized by evidence-rich biographies for both Plinys, and a synthesis of the latest archaeological and volcanological research which answers questions about the eruption date. A new collation of sources results in a detailed manuscript tradition and an authoritative Latin text, while commentaries on each letter offer copiously referenced insights on their structure, style, and meaning. Pliny and the Eruption of Vesuvius offers a thorough companion to these letters, and to the eruption, which will be of interest not only to those working on Vesuvius, Pompeii, and Herculaneum, and the works of Pliny but also to general readers, Latin students, and scholars of the Roman world more broadly.
Author : Paul Roche
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
ISBN 13 : 1139497677
Total Pages : 219 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (394 download)
Download or read book Pliny's Praise written by Paul Roche and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2011-05-26 with total page 219 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pliny's Panegyricus (AD 100) survives as a unique example of senatorial rhetoric from the early Roman Empire. It offers an eyewitness account of the last years of Domitian's principate, the reign of Nerva and Trajan's early years, and it communicates a detailed senatorial view on the behaviour expected of an emperor. It is an important document in the development of the ideals of imperial leadership, but it also contributes greatly to our understanding of imperial political culture more generally. This volume, the first ever devoted to the Panegyricus, contains expert studies of its key historical and rhetorical contexts, as well as important critical approaches to the published version of the speech and its influence in antiquity. It offers scholars of Roman history, literature and rhetoric an up-to-date overview of key approaches to the speech, and students and interested readers an authoritative introduction to this vital and under-appreciated speech.
Author : The Elder Pliny
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781372146084
Total Pages : 716 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (46 download)
Download or read book PLINYS NATURAL HIST IN 30-7 BK written by The Elder Pliny and published by . This book was released on 2016-08-28 with total page 716 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Chris Lavers
Publisher : Harper Collins
ISBN 13 : 0061900842
Total Pages : 276 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (619 download)
Download or read book The Natural History of Unicorns written by Chris Lavers and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 2009-08-19 with total page 276 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Lavers keeps his intellectual detective story passionate and suspenseful.” — Washington Post Book World From Biblical stories about virgins to adventures with Harry Potter, unicorns have enchanted people for millennia. In the endlessly fascinating The Natural History of Unicorns, author Chris Lavers ingeniously traces the legend of this mysterious creature to the real people, places, and animals that have influenced its story.
