Animals in the Classical World Ethical Perspectives from Greek and Roman Texts |
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| Author:
| Harden, Alastair |
| Series title: | The Palgrave Macmillan Animal Ethics Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-0-230-27661-1 |
| Publication Date: | Sep 2013 |
| Publisher: | Palgrave Macmillan Limited
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| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | AUD $149.95 |
Book Description:
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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. Philosophical, historical, dramatic and poetic texts explore how animals were regarded in all aspects of ancient life, from philosophy to farming.
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.