Posidonius v3 The Translation (Cambridge Classical Texts and Commentaries, Series Number 36)

Posidonius/Kidd

ISBN 10: 0521604419 / ISBN 13: 9780521604413

Published by Cambridge University Press, 2008

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Posidonius v3 The Translation (Cambridge Classical Texts and Commentaries, Series Number 36)
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication Date: 2008
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0521604419
• ISBN 13: 9780521604413
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: Fine

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Synopsis

This book translates the surviving evidence for one of the most important intellectual figures of the Graeco-Roman world, whose interests spread widely over philosophy, history and the sciences. The translations are accompanied by contextual introductions and explanatory notes, and a general introduction assesses the importance of Posidonius and his contribution. The order of fragments follows exactly that of the ancient texts collected and edited by L. Edelstein and I. G. Kidd in Posidonius Vol. 1 and completes (with Vol. 2 The Commentary) what has become the definitive modern edition.

Review

"...an enjoyable read in themselves, as they open up a panoply of thought and give us amazing insight into the philosophical milieu of the Augustan and later ages." W. G. Sayles, The Celator

"The success of this project cannot be overstated. It has transformed the study of Posidonius and later ancient thought in a decisive manner, especially in the English-speaking world." Brad Inwood, Bryn Mawr Classical Review

"It wiil be a welcome and valuable reference for those investigating many aspects of ancient thought,especially for those interested in the history of science, historiography, and philosophy." Arthur Marmorstein, Religious Studies Review

"Kidd, academia's preeminent authority on Posidonius, advances his reputation still further with this translation...The introduction alone makes the book worth owning, but this volume delivers much more...The translation is a valuable tool to anyone interested in Posidonius, Stoicism, and the intellectual life of the first century.