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The Geography of Strabo, Vol. 1 of 3: Literally Translated, With Notes; The First Six Books (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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9781334306341: The Geography of Strabo, Vol. 1 of 3: Literally Translated, With Notes; The First Six Books (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

This book by Strabo, a renowned geographer, is a comprehensive compendium of explorations and discoveries made by the Greeks and Romans in the centuries before Christ. Strabo's work is significant for providing a historical account of ancient geographical knowledge and for its insights into the interactions between people and their environment in the ancient world. The book remains an important source for our understanding of ancient history and culture. Divided into 17 books, the work is not only a geographical reference but also a treatise on the people, places, and events that shaped the ancient world.

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