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The Moon in the Greek and Roman Imagination: Myth, Literature, Science and Philosophy - Greek Culture in the Roman World
Ni Mheallaigh, Karen (University of Exeter)
The Moon in the Greek and Roman Imagination: Myth, Literature, Science and Philosophy - Greek Culture in the Roman World
Ni Mheallaigh, Karen (University of Exeter)
This is a book for readers who are fascinated by the Moon and the earliest speculations about life on other worlds. It takes the reader on a journey from the earliest Greek poetry, philosophy and science, through Plutarch's mystical doctrines to the thrilling lunar adventures of Lucian of Samosata.
341 pages, Worked examples or Exercises; 6 Halftones, color; 2 Halftones, black and white; 3 Line dr
Media | Books Hardcover Book (Book with hard spine and cover) |
Released | October 22, 2020 |
ISBN13 | 9781108483032 |
Publishers | Cambridge University Press |
Pages | 341 |
Dimensions | 235 × 158 × 26 mm · 626 g |
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