A grimly entertaining anthology of ancient Greek and Roman writings about how to fearlessly prepare for the end of the world and other disastersA remarkable percentage of people believe we are living in the end times, according to pollsters. Between the climate crisis, nuclear weapons, AI, and other existential threats, it’s easy to see why. How should we think about the apocalypse? How can we mentally prepare for doomsday and other disasters? This anthology presen...

What if you could uncover the secrets of the universe, explore the foundations of science and philosophy, and gain a deeper understanding of the natural world?On the Nature of Things: Lucretius' Epic on Science, Philosophy, and the Cosmos brings you Lucretius' timeless masterpiece, thoughtfully modernized and adapted for today's readers.Written in poetic form over two thousand years ago, On the Nature of Things is a profound expl...

"De Rerum Natura" (On the Nature of Things) is a didactic epic poem written by the Roman poet and philosopher Lucretius in the 1st century BC. The poem is written in hexameter verse and explores the philosophy of Epicureanism, which emphasizes the pursuit of pleasure and the avoidance of pain as the ultimate goals of life.The poem is divided into six books and covers a wide range of topics, including the nature of the universe, the principles of physics, the nature of the mind and soul, an...

Of the Nature of Things Lucretius - Lucretius' poem On the Nature of Things combines a scientific and philosophical treatise with some of the greatest poetry ever written. With intense moral fervour he demonstrates to humanity that in death there is nothing to fear since the soul is mortal, and the world and everything in it is governed by the mechanical laws of nature and not by gods; and that by believing this men can live in peace of mind and happiness. He bases this on the atomic theor...

T. Lucretius Carus's "Of the Nature of Things" is a monumental philosophical poem that intricately weaves Epicurean thought into a narrative form, exploring the nature of the universe, the principles of atomism, and the pursuit of happiness through the understanding of nature. Written in elegant Latin hexameters, Lucretius employs vivid imagery and persuasive rhetoric to engage readers' intellect and emotions alike, framing the poem against a backdrop of philosophical inquiry that challeng...

In the anthology 'Virgil & Lucretius,' readers are invited to traverse the classical landscapes crafted by two titans of Roman literature. This collection illuminates the thematic dichotomies of duty and pleasure, fate and free will, through a curated selection of their timeless pieces. The juxtaposition of Virgil's epic grandeur and Lucretius's philosophical introspection offers a spectrum of literary styles that defined an era. With Virgil's vivid tales of heroism and Lucretius's meditat...

"On the Nature of Things" is a first-century BC long didactic poem written in Latin as "De rerum natura" by the Roman poet and philosopher Lucretius that sets forth the physical theory of the Greek philosopher Epicurus. Epicurus taught that the world could be understood by reason and that religion only arouses unnecessary fear. Lucretius denounced popular beliefs in deities and supernatural creatures.The staying power of "On the Nature of Things" is unquestionable. The wor...

Classic work of philosophy, in English translation. Titus Lucretius Carus (ca. 99 BC ca. 55 BC) was a Roman poet and philosopher. His only known work is an epic philosophical poem laying out the beliefs of Epicureanism, De rerum natura, translated into English as On the Nature of Things or "On the Nature of the Universe".

"On the Nature of Things" by Lucretius is a profound exploration of Epicurean philosophy, blending poetry and science to explain the universe. Lucretius argues that everything is composed of atoms, governed by natural laws rather than divine intervention. He explores themes of existence, free will, and the pursuit of happiness, advocating for a life free from fear of death and superstition. Through vivid imagery and logical reasoning, he dismantles myths, emphasizing the importance of reas...

Mother of Rome, delight of Gods and men,Dear Venus that beneath the gliding starsMakest to teem the many-voyaged mainAnd fruitful lands—for all of living thingsThrough thee alone are evermore conceived,Through thee are risen to visit the great sun—Before thee, Goddess, and thy coming on,Flee stormy wind and massy cloud away,For thee the daedal Earth bears scented flowers,For thee waters of the unvexed deepSmile, and the hollows of the serene skyGlow with diffused radiance for thee!For soon...

De rerum natura (On the Nature of Things) is a first-century BC didacticpoem by the Roman poet and philosopher Lucretius (c. 99 BC – c. 55 BC) with the goal of explaining Epicurean philosophy to a Roman audience. The poem, written in some 7 400 dactylic hexameters, is divided into six untitled books, and explores Epicurean physics through poetic language and metaphors. Namely, Lucretius explores the principles of atomism; the nature of the mind and soul; explanations of sensation and thoug...

Classic work of philosophy, in English translation. Titus Lucretius Carus (ca. 99 BC – ca. 55 BC) was a Roman poet and philosopher. His only known work is an epic philosophical poem laying out the beliefs of Epicureanism, De rerum natura, translated into English as On the Nature of Things or "On the Nature of the Universe".