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Geography of Claudius Ptolemy (Hardcover) Loot Price: R836
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Geography of Claudius Ptolemy (Hardcover): Claudius Ptolemy

Geography of Claudius Ptolemy (Hardcover)

Claudius Ptolemy; Translated by Edward Luther Stevenson; Introduction by Joseph Fischer

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Geography of Claudius Ptolemy, originally titled Geographia and written in the second century, is a depiction of the geography of the Roman Empire at the time. Though inaccurate due to Ptolemy's varying methods of measurement and use of outdated data, Geography of Claudius Ptolemy is nonetheless an excellent example of ancient geographical study and scientific method. This edition contains more than 40 maps and illustrations, reproduced based on Ptolemy's original manuscript. It remains a fascinating read for students of scientific history and Greek influence.CLAUDIUS PTOLEMY (A.D. 90- A.D. 168) was a poet, mathematician, astronomer, astrologer, and geographer who wrote in Greek, though he was a Roman citizen. He is most well-known for three scientific treatises he wrote on astronomy, astrology, and geography, respectively titled Almagest, Apotelesmatika, and Geographia. His work influenced early Islamic and European studies, which in turn influenced much of the modern world. Ptolemy died in Alexandria as a member of Greek society.

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Imprint: Cosimo Classics
Country of origin: United States
Release date: March 2011
First published: March 2011
Authors: Claudius Ptolemy
Translators: Edward Luther Stevenson
Introduction by: Joseph Fischer
Dimensions: 279 x 216 x 18mm (L x W x T)
Format: Hardcover - Sewn / Cloth over boards
Pages: 286
ISBN-13: 978-1-60520-439-0
Categories: Books > Humanities > History > World history > BCE to 500 CE
Books > History > World history > BCE to 500 CE
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LSN: 1-60520-439-0
Barcode: 9781605204390

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