9780483666016 - M Terenti Varronis Rerum Rusticarum Libri Tres Classic Reprint by Varro, Marcus Terentius (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. The book presents succinct analyses of the work of more than 50 Greek and Roman writers who have composed treatises on the cultivation of crops and livestock, from the sixth century B.C. to the fourth century A.D. The author has compiled and organized excerpts from these texts, offering the reader a comprehensive overview of ancient agricultural knowledge. Delving into topics that range from the optimal orientation of a country house to the cultivation of olives, the book showcases the Romans' sophisticated understanding of the natural world and their enduring contributions to agricultural science. These texts offer not only a glimpse into the daily life of farmers in the ancient world but also provide valuable insights into the development of scientific thought and the history of technology. This volume is an essential resource for anyone interested in ancient history, agriculture, or the history of science. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.