Lucretius on the Nature of Things

Lucretius on the Nature of Things is a philosophical work written by the ancient Roman poet and philosopher, Lucretius. The book is a long poem that explores the nature of the universe, including the origins of the world, the nature of matter, the existence of gods, and the meaning of life. Lucretius argues that the universe is made up of tiny particles called atoms, which are in constant motion and combine to form all matter. He also challenges the idea of divine intervention in the world, suggesting that the gods are distant and do not interfere with human affairs. Instead, he encourages readers to focus on living a happy and fulfilling life in the present moment. The book is considered a masterpiece of ancient philosophy and has had a significant influence on later thinkers, including the Enlightenment philosopher, John Locke.1926. Lucretius was a Roman poet and the author of the philosophical epic De Rerum Natura (On the Nature of the Universe), a comprehensive exposition of the Epicurean world-view. His poetry is knit into a whole and vivified through all its parts by the fearless desire for truth, the consciousness of a great purpose, and a deep reverence for nature-felt almost as a personal presence-which has caused this bitter opponent of religion to be universally recognized as one of the most truly religious of the world�������s poets.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.