Joannes Lydus (1837)

By Johannes Laurentius Lydus

Book Overview

Joannes Lydus (1837) is a book written by Johannes Laurentius Lydus, a Byzantine writer and historian who lived in the 6th century. The book is a collection of Lydus's works, including his famous ""De Mensibus"" (On the Months), which is a treatise on the Roman calendar and its origins. The book also includes Lydus's commentary on the works of other ancient writers, such as Homer, Plato, and Aristotle. In addition to his historical and literary works, Lydus was also known for his expertise in grammar and rhetoric, and this book showcases his knowledge in these areas as well. The book is written in Greek, with some Latin and other languages included in the footnotes and annotations. Overall, Joannes Lydus (1837) is a valuable resource for scholars and students of ancient history, literature, and language, providing insights into the intellectual and cultural world of Byzantine Greece.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165059282
• ISBN13: 9781165059287
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 498 Pages
• Weight: 1.98 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"