Animals in the Classical World - (Palgrave MacMillan Animal Ethics) by A Harden (Hardcover)
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- This sourcebook presents nearly 200 specially-translated Greek and Roman texts from Homer to Plutarch, revealing the place of the animal in the moral consciousness of the Classical era.
- About the Author: Alastair Harden works at the Beazley Archive, Oxford University, and teaches at the Universities of Oxford and Reading, UK.
- 222 Pages
- Art, History
- Series Name: Palgrave MacMillan Animal Ethics
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Book Synopsis
This sourcebook presents nearly 200 specially-translated Greek and Roman texts from Homer to Plutarch, revealing the place of the animal in the moral consciousness of the Classical era. Philosophical, historical, dramatic and poetic texts explore how animals were regarded in all aspects of ancient life, from philosophy to farming.Review Quotes
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About the Author
Alastair Harden works at the Beazley Archive, Oxford University, and teaches at the Universities of Oxford and Reading, UK. He attended Belfast Royal Academy and studied Classical Archaeology and Ancient History at Oxford University, and Classics at the University of Reading. He is an Associate Fellow of the Oxford Centre for Animal Ethics and has written on animals in Classical Art.Dimensions (Overall): 8.5 Inches (H) x 5.6 Inches (W) x .8 Inches (D)
Weight: 1.05 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Series Title: Palgrave MacMillan Animal Ethics
Sub-Genre: History
Genre: Art
Number of Pages: 222
Publisher: Palgrave MacMillan
Theme: Ancient & Classical
Format: Hardcover
Author: A Harden
Language: English
Street Date: September 27, 2013
TCIN: 94136949
UPC: 9780230276611
Item Number (DPCI): 247-20-4281
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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