The Moon in the Greek and Roman Imagination. Myth, Literature, Science and Philosophy, Paperback/***

This is a book for readers who are fascinated by the Moon and the earliest speculations about life on other worlds. It takes the reader on a journey from the earliest Greek poetry, philosophy and science, through Plutarch's mystical doctrines to the thrilling lunar adventures of Lucian of Samosata. Publisher: Cambridge University Press Author(s): Karen (University of Exeter) ni Mheallaigh Illustration(s): Worked examples or Exercises; 6 Halftones, color; 2 Halftones, black and white; 3 Line drawings, black and white Number of pages: 336 Collection: Greek Culture in the Roman World Publication date: 2021 Dimensions: 151 x 228 x 22 Cover type: Paperback / softback