Of The Nature Of Things: In Six Books. Containing The Fifth And Sixth Books; Volume 2

by Titus Lucretius Carus and Thomas Creech

This book is a translation of the fifth and sixth books of Lucretius's epic poem, "De Rerum Natura". It delves into the philosophy of Epicureanism - the belief that the only way to attain a state of tranquility and freedom was through the avoidance of pain and the pursuit of pleasure. The book is an insight into the ancient Roman world and a philosophical masterpiece.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 102154468X
• ISBN13: 9781021544681
• Release Date: July 2023
• Publisher: Legare Street Press
• Length: 446 Pages
• Weight: 1.37 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.1" x 9.2"