Publisher's Synopsis
T. Lucretius Carus, Of The Nature Of Things: In Six Books is a philosophical work written by the ancient Roman poet and philosopher, Lucretius. Originally written in Latin, this book was first published in 1714 and has since become a classic of ancient philosophy.The book is divided into six books, each of which explores different aspects of the natural world and the universe. Lucretius discusses topics such as the nature of matter, the origins of the universe, the workings of the human mind, and the nature of the gods.Throughout the book, Lucretius argues that the universe is composed of atoms and that everything in the natural world can be explained through the interactions of these atoms. He also argues against the idea of an afterlife and the existence of the gods, instead advocating for a materialistic and scientific understanding of the world.T. Lucretius Carus, Of The Nature Of Things: In Six Books is a seminal work of ancient philosophy that has influenced thinkers throughout history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of philosophy or the natural world.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.
