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Verse translation of Lucretius's epic Latin poem explaining the universe, within the framework of Epicurean philosophy.
A Study Guide for Titus Lucretius Carus's "De rerum natura (On the Nature of Things)," excerpted from Gale's acclaimed Epics for Students. This concise study guide includes plot summary; character analysis; author biography; study questions; historical context; suggestions for further reading; and much more. For any literature project, trust Epics for Students for all of your research needs.
Titus Lucretius Carus, Of The Nature Of Things, Volume 1, presents the first three books of Lucretius's epic poem, "De Rerum Natura." This foundational work of Latin literature eloquently elucidates the principles of Epicurean philosophy, encompassing atomism, materialism, and the pursuit of tranquility through understanding the natural world. Lucretius's poem, written in dactylic hexameter, explores the nature of reality, the mortality of the soul, and the absence of divine intervention in human affairs. This volume offers a glimpse into the ancient world's scientific and philosophical thought, rendered in beautiful and evocative verse. A cornerstone of classical literature, "Of The Nature ...