The Natural History of Pliny (Vol. 1-6) (eBook)

Enriched edition. Complete Edition

Pliny The Elder (Autor)

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2023
6756 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
859-654778789-1 (EAN)

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In 'The Natural History of Pliny' (Vol. 1-6), Pliny the Elder presents an expansive and systematic exploration of the natural world, melding empirical observation with a philosophical perspective. This monumental work, composed in the first century AD, serves as one of the earliest encyclopedias, encompassing a vast array of topics from astronomy to botany, geography to zoology. Pliny's literary style is characterized by its encyclopedic ambition and meticulous detail, offering insights enriched by the knowledge of his time while integrating anecdotes and personal reflections that breathe life into cold data. This scholarly narrative not only catalogues nature but also reflects the Roman intellectual zeitgeist, where the pursuit of knowledge was paramount. Pliny himself was a multifaceted individual, serving as a naval and army commander, an imperial official, and a naturalist, all of which influenced his inquiry into the natural phenomena surrounding him. His keen observations, often informed by firsthand experiences across the Roman Empire, enrich his analysis. Notably, the tragedy of his untimely death during the eruption of Mount Vesuvius serves as a poignant testament to his relentless curiosity about nature, encapsulating the spirit of inquiry that permeates his writings. This foundational text is highly recommended for scholars, historians, and enthusiasts of natural history alike. As a cornerstone of scientific literature, Pliny's 'Natural History' invites readers to traverse the complexities of the natural world through the lens of one of antiquity's most astute observers. Engage with this timeless work to appreciate the legacy of knowledge that continues to influence the disciplines of science and natural philosophy.

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- An Author Biography reveals milestones in the author's life, illuminating the personal insights behind the text.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
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Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 24.12.2023
• Einführung: Collin Booth
• Mitarbeit: Kommentare: Collin Booth
• Übersetzer: John Bostock, Henry T. Riley
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Vor- und Frühgeschichte / Antike
• Themenwelt: Naturwissenschaften ► Biologie ► Botanik
• Schlagworte: 1st century knowledge • Agriculture • ancient literature • Ancient natural history • Ancient Philosophy • Ancient Roman author • Ancient Roman science • ancient Roman texts • Ancient Rome • Ancient scientific knowledge • Anthropology • ART • Botanical medicinal properties • Botanical observations Pliny • Botany • Caesar • Classical literature • classical scholarship insights • Cleopatra • ethnography • Geographical writings Rome • Geography • Historical knowledge • Historical science encyclopedia • Historical Writings • Horace • horticulture • Human Physiology • Ken Follett • Latin writer • Mathematics • Mineralogy • Mining • Natural History encyclopedia • Natural philosophy Roman • Natural science • Pantheistic concept • pharmacology • Pliny Elder biography • Pliny the Elder • Pompeii • Roman authors • Roman Empire literature • Roman encyclopedic work • Scientific exploration ancient • Scientific observations • sculpture • SPQR • Stoic philosophy influence • Virgil • Zoological studies ancient • Zoology