Pliny's Natural History V1 (1847)

By Pliny the Younger

Book Overview

Pliny's Natural History V1 is a book that was originally written by the ancient Roman author and naturalist, Pliny the Elder. It was first published in 77 AD and is considered to be one of the most important works of natural history from the ancient world.This particular version of the book was published in 1847 and is the first volume of a two-volume set. It contains a translation of Pliny's original Latin text, as well as extensive notes and commentary by the editor, John Bostock.The book covers a wide range of topics related to the natural world, including animals, plants, minerals, and geography. It provides detailed descriptions of various species and their habits, as well as information on the uses of different substances and materials.Pliny's Natural History V1 is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the natural world, as well as those interested in ancient history and literature. It provides a unique glimpse into the knowledge and understanding of the natural world that existed in the ancient world, and is a valuable resource for scholars and researchers in a variety of fields.In Thirty-Seven Books.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1168162513
• ISBN13: 9781168162519
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 704 Pages
• Weight: 2.04 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"