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[Scriptores rei rusticae veteres latini; Volume 3

[Scriptores rei rusticae veteres latini; Volume 3

Paperback

Ancient RomeEnvironmental Studies

ISBN10: 1247062988
ISBN13: 9781247062983
Publisher: Nabu Press
Published: Sep 29 2011
Pages: 444
Weight: 1.36
Height: 0.90 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: Latin

A comprehensive Latin text, Scriptores rei rusticae veteres latini, Volume 3, compiles the writings of ancient Roman authors on agriculture and rural life. This volume, part of a larger collection edited by Johann Matthias Gesner, includes works by Cato, Columella, Palladius, and Varro. These texts provide invaluable insights into the agricultural practices, economic systems, and daily lives of people in the Roman world.

The writings cover a wide range of topics, from crop cultivation and animal husbandry to estate management and rural economics. Readers will gain a deep understanding of the practical knowledge and philosophical perspectives that shaped Roman agricultural practices. This historical record preserves the wisdom of the past, offering valuable lessons for contemporary readers interested in sustainable agriculture, environmental conservation, and the enduring connection between humanity and the land.

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Gesner, Johann Matthias 1691-1761

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