The Phenomena And Diosemeia Of Aratus (1848)

The Phenomena And Diosemeia Of Aratus (1848)

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Publisher's Synopsis

The Phenomena and Diosemeia of Aratus is a book written by the ancient Greek poet Aratus in the third century BCE. The book is a didactic poem that describes the constellations and their movements in the night sky, as well as the natural phenomena that they represent. Aratus' work was highly influential in ancient Greece and Rome, and it has been studied and translated by scholars throughout the centuries. This particular edition of the book was published in 1848 and includes a translation into English by J. Lamb. The book is a fascinating glimpse into the ancient world's understanding of astronomy and the natural world, and it remains a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts alike.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.

Book information

ISBN: 9781120975317
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Imprint: Kessinger Publishing
Pub date:
Language: English
Number of pages: 134
Weight: 367g
Height: 152mm
Width: 229mm
Spine width: 11mm