Explore the world and beyond through the lens of classical geography.
This book connects ancient writings with real-world landscapes, helping you see how geography shaped thought and history.
The introduction lays out aims and approach in clear, accessible terms. It blends physical description, astronomical context, and practical guidance, offering a framework for understanding the globe as the ancients imagined it and as modern readers study it today. A companion to the Classical Atlas, the work also includes original celestial tables developed for the volume, along with fresh notes on the planet and the universe.
- Foundations for linking classical texts with geographic ideas
- Clear explanations of planetary and earth sciences at a student-friendly level
- A structured approach to region-by-region geography in the ancient world
- Supplementary material that broadens knowledge of geology and astronomy
Ideal for readers of classical studies, geography, and early science who want a cohesive, accessible introduction to how the ancient world maps onto our own one.