ISBN: 9780243537631 - quaestiones posidonianae (spec. i) (classic reprint): dissertatio inauguralis quam ad summos in philosophia honores ab amplissimo philosophorum ordine ... lipsiensi rite impetrandos (classic reprint) (3 Ergebnisse)

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the astronomical and meteorological theories of Posidonius, a renowned Greek philosopher and scientist who lived in the 1st century BC. Drawing from ancient texts, the author meticulously examines Posidonius's writings on topics ranging from the size of celestial bodies like the sun and moon to the measurement of the Earth's circumference and the causes of natural phenomena like earthquakes and ocean tides. The book explores Posidonius's unique blend of empirical observations, mathematical calculations, and philosophical speculations, showcasing his significant contributions to ancient science. Through this in-depth analysis, the book sheds light on the development of scientific thought in the Hellenistic era and provides valuable insights into the intellectual landscape of the ancient world. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…