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On the Nature of Things

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With the passion of a true poet, Titus Lucretius Carus (ca. 99-55 BCE) expounds the most coherent and eloquent system of materialism surviving from the ancient world. Developing the atomic theory of his master, Epicurus, Lucretius discusses the motion of atoms, natural phenomena, sensation, free will, and the soul's relation to the body.

Most importantly, Lucretius sees his teaching as a bulwark against religious fears and prejudices.

Since death is final, humankind need not fear everlasting torture and punishment.

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Product Details
Prometheus Books
1573921793 / 9781573921794
Paperback / softback
871.01
01/03/1998
United States
302 pages
152 x 229 mm, 454 grams