Delphi Collected Works Of Theophrastus Theophrastus Author by Theophrastus (author), Delphi Classics (editor) 9781788779883, 1788779886 instant download after payment.

The student and successor of Aristotle, Theophrastus of Eresus is the author of one of the most important botanical works to have survived antiquity. A polymath and enthusiast of many interests, his studies explored all aspects of human knowledge and experience, especially natural science. On a social level, Theophrastus’ famous ‘Characters’ is a collection of descriptive sketches, serving as the earliest example of character-writing and providing an engaging insight into daily life in the Hellenic world. Delphi’s Ancient Classics series provides eReaders with the wisdom of the Classical world, with both English translations and the original Greek texts. This comprehensive eBook presents Theophrastus’ collected works, with illustrations, informative introductions and the usual Delphi bonus material. (Version 1)
* Beautifully illustrated with images relating to Theophrastus’ life and works
* Features the collected works of Theophrastus in English translation
* The complete extant Greek texts
* Concise introductions to the major works
* Includes Arthur F. Hort’s translation of ‘Enquiry into Plants’, previously appearing in the Loeb Classical Library
* Excellent formatting of the texts
* Easily locate the works you want to read with individual contents tables
* Includes Theophrastus’ rare works ‘On Stones’ and ‘On Winds’, first time in digital print
* Features two bonus biographies, including Diogenes Laërtius’ seminal ‘Life’ — discover Theophrastus’ ancient world
* Scholarly ordering of texts into chronological order and literary genres