Maternus firmicus (115 Ergebnisse)

Paperback. Zustand: Good. Julius Firmicus Maternus, a native of Sicily, was a Roman lawyer of the senatorial class. He lived in the first half of the fourth century AD (c.280-c.360). He was also a student of Greek astrology, which forms the basis of this book. Of this book, James Herschel Holden writes, The Mathesis is the lengthiest astrological treatise that has come down to us from the classical period. It consists of eight books, of which the first forms an introductory essay on astrology, and the rest set forth the fundamentals of Greek astrology. Several sections contain material that is found nowhere else. (History of Horoscopic Astrology, pg. 66.) The translator writes, Magic, philosophy, science and theology combine in strange ways in the thinking of the last centuries of the Roman empire. Firmicus seemed worthy of note for many reasons. He is almost alone as author of works produced both before and after an apparent conversion to Christianity. He left a lengthy handbook detailing the astrological practices of his day, the only work which has come down to us in its entirety 90% complete: Holden] out of numerous astrological treatises written in the Hellenistic and Roman periods. This manual was important because it was the channel for astrological lore to the Middle Ages and Renaissance. (from the Preface) Jean Rhys Bram holds a degree in Latin from the University of Chicago, and a Ph.D. in Classics from New York University. She taught Latin, ancient Greek, and Mythology at Hunter College until her retirement. At 92, she continues to read widely and tutor students. She enjoys the company of twelve cats.…

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Hardcover, no dust jacket. Ex-Libris with usual library matter. Slight wear on upper edge of text. Otherwise VG. 251 pp.

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Hardcover, no dust jacket. Foxing, owner's name in several places, scant highlighting, sound otherwise. 251 pp.

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Binding sound, text unmarked. Zustand: Very Good. Spine slightly cocked. Robust packaging. Tracking is always added to USA orders. It can be added to other overseas orders on request. Used books are exempt from USA tariffs. Reprint of 1970 edition. No ownership marks. Binding sound, text unmarked. Size: vii, 251pp. No ownership marks. …

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Paperback. Zustand: Fine. Jack Cipolla (illustrator).

Paperback. Zustand: Brand New. 352 pages. 9.00x6.00x1.00 inches. In Stock.

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Hardcover. Zustand: Good. No Dust Jacket. Ex-library copy with usual stamps, call numbers and pocket. Pages a bit browned. Book has been rebound in taupe buckram with gilt lettering to spine. Faint dampstaining to upper corner of pages.; German introduction and commentary with Latin Text.; Das Wort Der Antike. Band III; 83 pages.…

Paperback. Zustand: Good. Languages: Facing-page dual text Latin and French, with notes in French. Pages clean except for a dark smudge on the copyright page, where the cover and first few leaves were creased; bottom free corners are fanned at beginning and end; soft cover also shows fading and a leftward lean to the spine, along with minor wear at corners, otherwise sound, with no owners' marks. Bon état. 176pp. + tables, figures.…

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