Astronomica by Manilius (English) Hardcover Book

Description: FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE Astronomica by Manilius, G.P. Goold In Astronomica (first century CE), the earliest extant treatise we have on astrology, Manilius provides an account of celestial phenomena and the signs of the Zodiac. He also gives witty character sketches of persons born under particular constellations. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Marcus Manilius, who lived in the reigns of Augustus and Tiberius, is the author of the earliest treatise on astrology we possess. His Astronomica, a Latin didactic poem in five books, begins with an account of celestial phenomena, and then proceeds to treat of the signs of the zodiac and the twelve temples; there follow instructions for calculating the horoscoping degree, and details of chronocrators, decans, injurious degrees, zodiacal geography, paranatellonta, and other technical matters. Besides exhibiting great virtuosity in rendering mathematical tables and diagrams in verse form, the poet writes with some passion about his Stoic beliefs and shows much wit and humour in his character sketches of persons born under particular stars. Perhaps taking a lead from Virgil in his Georgics, Manilius abandons the proportions of his last book to narrate the story of Perseus and Andromeda at considerable length.In spite of its undoubted elegance, the Astronomica is a difficult work, and this edition provides in addition to the first English prose translation a full guide to the poem, with copious explanatory notes and illustrative figures. Author Biography G. P. Goold was William Lampson Professor of Latin Language and Literature at Yale University, and General Editor of the Loeb Classical Library (1974–1999). Table of Contents The World of Manilius (map) Preface Introduction About the Poet A Guide to the Poem The Manuscripts Editorial Principles Bibliography (with Addendum) The Astronomica of Marcus Manilius Book One Book Two Book Three Book Four Book Five Index The Skies of Manilius (star-charts) Review Perhaps the most ingenious…of Latin poets [is here translated by] a distinguished Latinist, deeply versed in celestial lore… [Manilius] is faithfully conveyed in a style both lucid and elegant. -- D. R. Shackleton Bailey * Classical Philology * Review Quote Perhaps the most ingenious...of Latin poets [is here translated by] a distinguished Latinist, deeply versed in celestial lore...[Manilius] is faithfully conveyed in a style both lucid and elegant. Details ISBN0674995163 Short Title ASTRONOMICA Publisher Harvard University Press Series Loeb Classical Library Language English ISBN-10 0674995163 ISBN-13 9780674995161 Media Book Format Hardcover Series Number 469 Year 1977 Translator G.P. Goold Place of Publication Cambridge, Mass Country of Publication United States Translated from Latin DOI 10.1604/9780674995161 UK Release Date 1977-01-01 Imprint LOEB NZ Release Date 1977-01-01 US Release Date 1977-01-01 Illustrations 1 map, 2 star charts, 24 line illustrations, 7 tables, index Author G.P. Goold Pages 528 Publication Date 1977-01-01 DEWEY 520 Audience Undergraduate AU Release Date 1976-12-31 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 30 DAY RETURN POLICY No questions asked, 30 day returns! FREE DELIVERY No matter where you are in the UK, delivery is free. SECURE PAYMENT Peace of mind by paying through PayPal and eBay Buyer Protection TheNile_Item_ID:136260391;

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