Lempriere's Classical Dictionary Of Proper Names Mentioned In Ancient Authors (1788) - Softcover

Lempriere, J

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1164110136 ISBN 13: 9781164110132

Publisher: Kessinger Publishing, 2010

Synopsis

Lempriere's Classical Dictionary Of Proper Names Mentioned In Ancient Authors (1788) is a comprehensive reference book that provides detailed information about the proper names mentioned in ancient Greek and Roman literature. The book is written by J. Lempriere and is considered to be one of the most important works in the field of classical studies.The dictionary includes entries for various individuals, places, and events, along with their historical and mythological backgrounds. It covers a wide range of topics, including history, mythology, literature, and philosophy, and provides readers with a wealth of information about the ancient world.The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a particular aspect of ancient Greek and Roman culture. The first section provides an overview of the ancient world, including its geography, history, and culture. The subsequent sections cover various topics such as mythology, literature, philosophy, and religion.The entries in the dictionary are arranged alphabetically, making it easy for readers to find the information they need. Each entry includes a brief description of the name, along with its historical and mythological significance. The book also includes illustrations and maps to help readers visualize the ancient world.Overall, Lempriere's Classical Dictionary Of Proper Names Mentioned In Ancient Authors (1788) is an essential reference book for anyone interested in the ancient world. It provides a wealth of information about the people, places, and events that shaped the culture and history of ancient Greece and Rome.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Edition details

• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Publication date: 2010
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1164110136
• ISBN 13: 9781164110132
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 704
• Editor: Wright F A