De rerum natura: Book Guide, Author and Facts
De rerum natura by Titus Lucretius Carus — plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.
This is regarded as a seminal text of Epicurean science and philosophy. Epicurians discarded both the idea of immortality and the superstitious worship of wilful gods for a life of serene contentment in the available pleasures of nature. Lucretius (c100-c55BC), in elucidating this belief, steers the reader through an extraordinary breadth of subject matter, ranging from the indestructibility of atoms and the discovery of fire to the folly of romantic love and the phenomena of clouds and rainstorms.
Quick facts about De rerum natura
- Title: De rerum natura
- Author: Titus Lucretius Carus
- First published: 1486
- Genre: latin didactic poetry, ancient philosophy, poetry
- OpenLibrary ID: OL1548597W
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De rerum natura by Titus Lucretius Carus is widely available in print, ebook and audiobook editions from major retailers and libraries.
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What is De rerum natura about?
This is regarded as a seminal text of Epicurean science and philosophy.
Who wrote De rerum natura?
De rerum natura was written by Titus Lucretius Carus.
When was De rerum natura published?
De rerum natura was first published in 1486.
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