Eratosthenes
Eratosthenis Carminvm Reliqviae presents a meticulously compiled collection of the surviving fragments of poetry attributed to Eratosthenes, the renowned Greek polymath of the Hellenistic period. This volume, originally published in 1872, offers scholars and enthusiasts alike a valuable resource for exploring the literary output of a figure celebrated for his contributions to mathematics, geography, and astronomy.Compiled in Latin, this edition gathers the scattered remnants of Eratosthenes’ poetic works, providing essential context and critical apparatus for understanding their significance within the broader landscape of classical literature. Though fragmentary, these relics offer glimpses into the intellectual and artistic world of ancient Greece, inviting readers to engage with the enduring legacy of one of history’s most versatile thinkers. A crucial addition to any collection of classical texts.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
