Catherine J. Castner Books

The prosopography treats Roman Epicureanism systematically, in a list of all individual named in ancient sources, and most of those identified by modern scholars, with citations of testimony followed by critical analysis of these sources and evaluation of their comparative reliability. The resulting synoptic view of Roman Epicureanism presents, more clearly than has been previously possible, its popular and literary adaptions of Epicurus' original ethical doctrines and its essentially ornamental role in its adherents' lives.

This English translation of Biondo Flavio's Italia Illustrata offers insights into Italy's historical and cultural landscape during the Renaissance. The work is enriched with commentary that enhances the understanding of Flavio's observations and the significance of various regions in Italy. Readers will explore the blend of geography, history, and art that defines Italy, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in Italian heritage and the Renaissance period.

The book features an English translation of Biondo Flavio's Italia Illustrata, a significant historical work that explores Italy's geography, culture, and history during the Renaissance. Accompanied by insightful commentary, it provides readers with context and analysis, enhancing the understanding of Flavio's observations and the era he documented. This edition serves as a valuable resource for those interested in Italian history and Renaissance literature.