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Synopsys: "Eratosthenes' 'Geography'" is a remarkable historical text by the ancient Greek philosopher and geographer Eratosthenes. The work delves into the long-forgotten details of geographical knowledge from the Hellenistic period, revealing Eratosthenes' innovative mapping techniques, including his revolutionary measurement of Earth's circumference. The book superbly illustrates the ancient world's perception of the physical and cultural geography of the known world, extending from the Atlantic to India and inner Asia, from the Black Sea to Ethiopia. A composite of science, geography, and anthropology, Eratosthenes' "Geography" bridges the gap between scientific and historical perspectives, offering invaluable insights into early geographical understanding.

Synopsis

Title: Eratosthenes' Geography
Author/Publisher: Eratosthenes, Princeton University Press
Publication Year: 2010
Format: 320-page Hardcover with Dust Jacket

This 2010 Princeton University Press hardcover presents <em>Eratosthenes' Geography</em>, offering an invaluable exploration of the groundbreaking work of Eratosthenes, one of the most influential scholars of the ancient world. This academic edition delves into the origins of geographical thought, meticulously examining the contributions of a figure celebrated for his polymathic intellect and scientific rigour.

As a seminal text in historical geography, earth sciences, and the history of ancient Greece, this volume provides critical insights into Hellenistic understanding of the world. Readers will discover the innovative methodologies and conceptual frameworks Eratosthenes employed to chart the known world, including his pioneering advancements in measuring the Earth's circumference and developing cartographic principles.

• The Dawn of Scientific Geography: This section elucidates Eratosthenes' groundbreaking methods for establishing geography as a systematic and quantitative field, moving beyond mere descriptive accounts prevalent in his time.
• Measuring the World: Delves into the celebrated account of Eratosthenes' revolutionary calculation of the Earth's circumference, showcasing the sophistication of Hellenistic observational astronomy and geometry.
• Mapping the Ancient World: Explores Eratosthenes' significant contributions to cartography, including his development of a grid system of parallels and meridians to chart the <em>oikoumene</em>, or inhabited world.

As a first edition from Princeton University Press, this 2010 scholarly work offers a profound entry point for academics, historians, and enthusiasts alike into the foundational geographical and scientific thought of antiquity. It remains an essential volume for any serious collection dedicated to the history of science or classical studies.

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