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The Geography of Strabo (Vol.1-3) : Complete Edition

Strabo's seminal work, "The Geography of Strabo (Vol.1-3)," serves as an invaluable resource for understanding the ancient world through a geographical lens. Composed in the first century BCE, this encyclopedic text blends meticulous observations with rich historical narrative, illustrating the interplay between geography, culture, and politics across various regions of the known world. Strabo'Äôs unique literary style, characterized by a blend of eloquent prose and vivid descriptions, invites readers to explore the landscapes of Greece, Rome, and beyond, while situating them within a broader historical and philosophical context. His thoughtful integration of aerial perspectives and regional ethnography establishes this work as a precursor to modern geographical thought and mapping practices. Strabo, a Hellenistic scholar from Amasya, was deeply influenced by his extensive travels throughout the Mediterranean and Near East, as well as by the intellectual currents of his time, including Platonic and Aristotelian philosophies. His multifaceted background as a historian, geographer, and philosopher deeply informs the analytic rigor and observational depth of his geography. Through these volumes, Strabo aims to convey not only the physical layouts of places but also their cultural essence and significance to the Roman Empire. This indispensable text is highly recommended for scholars and enthusiasts of geography, history, and classical studies. "The Geography of Strabo" invites readers to engage with the ancient world in a profoundly new way, as it elucidates the importance of spatial awareness in understanding human civilizations. The work'Äôs enduring relevance and Strabo's astute insights promise to enrich any reader'Äôs comprehension of both ancient and modern geographical thought.


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  • Strabo

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  • 1136 pages

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English

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