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Book SynopsisThis book translates the surviving evidence for one of the most important intellectual figures of the Graeco-Roman world, whose interests spread widely over philosophy, history and the sciences. The translations are accompanied by contextual introductions and explanatory notes, and a general introduction assesses the importance of Posidonius and his contribution.
Trade Review"...an enjoyable read in themselves, as they open up a panoply of thought and give us amazing insight into the philosophical milieu of the Augustan and later ages." W. G. Sayles, The Celator
"The success of this project cannot be overstated. It has transformed the study of Posidonius and later ancient thought in a decisive manner, especially in the English-speaking world." Brad Inwood, Bryn Mawr Classical Review
"It wiil be a welcome and valuable reference for those investigating many aspects of ancient thought,especially for those interested in the history of science, historiography, and philosophy." Arthur Marmorstein, Religious Studies Review
"Kidd, academia's preeminent authority on Posidonius, advances his reputation still further with this translation...The introduction alone makes the book worth owning, but this volume delivers much more...The translation is a valuable tool to anyone interested in Posidonius, Stoicism, and the intellectual life of the first century.
Table of ContentsPart I. Testimonia: Life and influence; Characteristics of Posidonius' philosophy; Doubtful testimonies; Part II. Fragments and Titles of Named Books: Physics; Ethics; Logic; Sciences and history; Doubtful fragments; Part III. Fragments Not Assigned to Books: Divisions and Content of Philosophy; Physics; Ethics; Logic; Sciences; History; History of philosophy; Miscellaneous; Indices.
