John Arbuthnot Nairn (38 results)

Condition: Good. 1924. Hardcover. In original cloth without dustwrapper. Clean copy with some shelf wear, slight foxing to edges with minor nicks and bumps on cover. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

Condition: Good. 1924. Hardcover. In original cloth without dustwrapper. Clean copy with some shelf wear, slight foxing to edges with minor nicks and bumps on cover. . . . .

Condition: New.

Condition: New.

Hardcover. Condition: Fair. No Jacket. Fair for year, hardcover. Generally clean, bright and tight. Some marks and age tanning but otherwise in fair condition. Owner's name inside front cover. Some darkening to page edges. Wear to ends of spine, corners rubbed. No dustjacket, brown cloth boards with black lettering to spine.…

Condition: New.

Condition: New.

Condition: New.

Condition: New.

Condition: New.

Condition: Good. 1928. 1928 Reprint. 167 pages. No dust jacket. Blue cloth with gilt lettering. Pages are lightly tanned at the edges, with light foxing. Binding has remained firm. Boards have slight shelf wear with bumping to corners. Spine ends are a little crushed with light tanning.

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - The Mimes of Herodas is a collection of ancient Greek literary works that were written in the form of brief, humorous scenes. These works were intended to be performed in public, and they provide fascinating insights into the everyday life and culture of ancient Greece. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in ancient Greek literature or culture.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the 'public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - 'Authors of Rome' is an insightful and comprehensive survey of the literary figures who shaped the intellectual and cultural landscape of Ancient Rome. Written by the distinguished classical scholar J. A. Nairn, this work explores the lives, styles, and enduring legacies of the greatest Latin writers, providing a bridge between the ancient world and the modern reader.From the early pioneers of Roman drama to the celebrated masters of the Golden and Silver Ages, the book provides a chronological and thematic overview of Roman letters. Readers will find detailed examinations of influential figures such as Cicero, Virgil, Horace, and Ovid, alongside lesser-known but significant contributors to the Latin canon. Nairn masterfully connects the evolution of Roman literature to the shifting political and social realities of the Roman Republic and Empire.By analyzing the prose, poetry, and philosophy of these ancient authors, the work highlights the profound impact of Roman thought on Western civilization. Designed for both students of the classics and general readers interested in antiquity, 'Authors of Rome' remains a valuable resource for understanding the foundations of classical literature. It offers a clear and engaging introduction to the voices that defined an era, making it an essential companion for anyone seeking to delve into the rich heritage of Latin authorship.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Buch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - The Mimes of Herodas is a collection of ancient Greek literary works that were written in the form of brief, humorous scenes. These works were intended to be performed in public, and they provide fascinating insights into the everyday life and culture of ancient Greece. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in ancient Greek literature or culture.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the 'public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Buch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - 'Authors of Rome' is an insightful and comprehensive survey of the literary figures who shaped the intellectual and cultural landscape of Ancient Rome. Written by the distinguished classical scholar J. A. Nairn, this work explores the lives, styles, and enduring legacies of the greatest Latin writers, providing a bridge between the ancient world and the modern reader.From the early pioneers of Roman drama to the celebrated masters of the Golden and Silver Ages, the book provides a chronological and thematic overview of Roman letters. Readers will find detailed examinations of influential figures such as Cicero, Virgil, Horace, and Ovid, alongside lesser-known but significant contributors to the Latin canon. Nairn masterfully connects the evolution of Roman literature to the shifting political and social realities of the Roman Republic and Empire.By analyzing the prose, poetry, and philosophy of these ancient authors, the work highlights the profound impact of Roman thought on Western civilization. Designed for both students of the classics and general readers interested in antiquity, 'Authors of Rome' remains a valuable resource for understanding the foundations of classical literature. It offers a clear and engaging introduction to the voices that defined an era, making it an essential companion for anyone seeking to delve into the rich heritage of Latin authorship.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Condition: New.

Condition: Poor. Some fading to cover & wear to edges. Worn dustjacket with discolouration/scuffs/tears/some stains. Crack to back hinge. Some pages uncut. Pen amendments to content in line with corrections on title page.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

In-8, 20 cm, 266pp., pagination double, texte grec et trad. francaise en regard. - Bibliogr. 1 p., notes bibliogr., reliure cart. de l'editeur, Ats33.

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HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

Condition: New. Print on Demand.

Condition: New. Print on Demand.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Delivered from our UK warehouse in 4 to 14 business days. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

Condition: New. PRINT ON DEMAND.

Condition: New. Print on Demand.

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LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1906 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. Pages: 267 As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 267 Language: grc.…

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1906 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. Pages: 261 As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 261 Language: gre.…