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Exploring a wide range of topics from elephant taming to volcanic activity, Strabo's Geographica serves as a comprehensive account of the first-century world. Based on his travels and extensive research, it offers not only geographical insights but also philosophical inquiries into identity and origin. Sarah Pothecary's modern translation makes this extensive work accessible, bridging ancient and contemporary contexts. By orienting readers in today's world, she revitalizes Strabo's narrative, emphasizing its relevance in understanding our past and present.
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- 2024
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- Title
- Strabo's Geography
- Subtitle
- A Translation for the Modern World
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Strabo
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press
- Released
- 2024
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 1104
- ISBN13
- 9780691243139
- Series
- Rating
- 4 out of 5
- Description
- Exploring a wide range of topics from elephant taming to volcanic activity, Strabo's Geographica serves as a comprehensive account of the first-century world. Based on his travels and extensive research, it offers not only geographical insights but also philosophical inquiries into identity and origin. Sarah Pothecary's modern translation makes this extensive work accessible, bridging ancient and contemporary contexts. By orienting readers in today's world, she revitalizes Strabo's narrative, emphasizing its relevance in understanding our past and present.