Titi Lucretii Cari De Rerum Natura Libri Vi [ed. By G.a. Volpi]

This is a reprint of Titus Lucretius Carus's "De Rerum Natura Libri VI," edited by G.A. Volpi. Lucretius, a Roman poet and philosopher of the first century BCE, presents a comprehensive exposition of Epicurean philosophy in his only known work. "De Rerum Natura" (On the Nature of Things) explores the physical theories of Epicurus, including atomism, materialism, and the explanation of natural phenomena without recourse to divine intervention. Written in dactylic hexameter, the poem addresses a wide range of subjects, from the nature of the universe and the human mind to ethics and the fear of death. This edition offers readers access to a foundational text in the history of science and philosophy, capturing Lucretius's profound insights into the workings of the natural world and the human condition. Its enduring appeal lies in its elegant verse and its timeless exploration of fundamental questions about existence and the pursuit of happiness.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. Read more