Pliny the Elder, John S. White
Boys and Girls Pliny Vol. 2
Step into the enchanting realm of Pliny the Elders Natural History, one of the most remarkable texts to emerge from the Roman Empire. This monumental work encompasses 37 books and over 20,000 topics, covering a vast array of subjects from astronomy and mathematics to botany and precious gems. As a precursor to modern encyclopedias, Plinys insights provide a fascinating look at the scientific understanding of nearly 2000 years ago. This adapted version is tailored for younger readers, featuring engaging selections from Book III (Man, His Birth and His Organization) and Book IV (The Nature of Te...
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026 - Bk 4 Ch 20 - Apes 26.02.2026 3:47
Step into the enchanting realm of Pliny the Elders Natural History, one of the most remarkable texts to emerge from the Roman Empire. This monumental work encompasses 37 books and over 20,000 topics, covering a vast array of subjects from astronomy and mathematics to botany and precious gems. As a precursor to modern encyclopedias, Plinys insights provide a fascinating look at the scientific under...
025 - Bk 4 Ch 19 - The Wild Boar 26.02.2026 2:07
Step into the enchanting realm of Pliny the Elders Natural History, one of the most remarkable texts to emerge from the Roman Empire. This monumental work encompasses 37 books and over 20,000 topics, covering a vast array of subjects from astronomy and mathematics to botany and precious gems. As a precursor to modern encyclopedias, Plinys insights provide a fascinating look at the scientific under...
024 - Bk 4 Ch 18 - Hedgehogs 26.02.2026 2:02
Step into the enchanting realm of Pliny the Elders Natural History, one of the most remarkable texts to emerge from the Roman Empire. This monumental work encompasses 37 books and over 20,000 topics, covering a vast array of subjects from astronomy and mathematics to botany and precious gems. As a precursor to modern encyclopedias, Plinys insights provide a fascinating look at the scientific under...
023 - Bk 4 Ch 17 - Bears and their Cubs 26.02.2026 4:31
Step into the enchanting realm of Pliny the Elders Natural History, one of the most remarkable texts to emerge from the Roman Empire. This monumental work encompasses 37 books and over 20,000 topics, covering a vast array of subjects from astronomy and mathematics to botany and precious gems. As a precursor to modern encyclopedias, Plinys insights provide a fascinating look at the scientific under...
022 - Bk 4 Ch 16 - The Chameleon 26.02.2026 3:19
Step into the enchanting realm of Pliny the Elders Natural History, one of the most remarkable texts to emerge from the Roman Empire. This monumental work encompasses 37 books and over 20,000 topics, covering a vast array of subjects from astronomy and mathematics to botany and precious gems. As a precursor to modern encyclopedias, Plinys insights provide a fascinating look at the scientific under...
021 - Bk 4 Ch 15 - Deer 26.02.2026 5:17
Step into the enchanting realm of Pliny the Elders Natural History, one of the most remarkable texts to emerge from the Roman Empire. This monumental work encompasses 37 books and over 20,000 topics, covering a vast array of subjects from astronomy and mathematics to botany and precious gems. As a precursor to modern encyclopedias, Plinys insights provide a fascinating look at the scientific under...
020 - Bk 4 Ch 14 - The Hyaena 26.02.2026 1:37
Step into the enchanting realm of Pliny the Elders Natural History, one of the most remarkable texts to emerge from the Roman Empire. This monumental work encompasses 37 books and over 20,000 topics, covering a vast array of subjects from astronomy and mathematics to botany and precious gems. As a precursor to modern encyclopedias, Plinys insights provide a fascinating look at the scientific under...
019 - Bk 4 Ch 13 - Prognostics of Danger Derived from Animals 26.02.2026 2:47
Step into the enchanting realm of Pliny the Elders Natural History, one of the most remarkable texts to emerge from the Roman Empire. This monumental work encompasses 37 books and over 20,000 topics, covering a vast array of subjects from astronomy and mathematics to botany and precious gems. As a precursor to modern encyclopedias, Plinys insights provide a fascinating look at the scientific under...
018 - Bk 4 Ch 12 - The Crocodile and the Hippopotamus 26.02.2026 7:48
Step into the enchanting realm of Pliny the Elders Natural History, one of the most remarkable texts to emerge from the Roman Empire. This monumental work encompasses 37 books and over 20,000 topics, covering a vast array of subjects from astronomy and mathematics to botany and precious gems. As a precursor to modern encyclopedias, Plinys insights provide a fascinating look at the scientific under...
017 - Bk 4 Ch 11 - Wolves Serpents 26.02.2026 7:38
Step into the enchanting realm of Pliny the Elders Natural History, one of the most remarkable texts to emerge from the Roman Empire. This monumental work encompasses 37 books and over 20,000 topics, covering a vast array of subjects from astronomy and mathematics to botany and precious gems. As a precursor to modern encyclopedias, Plinys insights provide a fascinating look at the scientific under...
016 - Bk 4 Ch 10 - The Animals of Æthiopia Wild Beasts which Kill with their Eyes 26.02.2026 2:49
Step into the enchanting realm of Pliny the Elders Natural History, one of the most remarkable texts to emerge from the Roman Empire. This monumental work encompasses 37 books and over 20,000 topics, covering a vast array of subjects from astronomy and mathematics to botany and precious gems. As a precursor to modern encyclopedias, Plinys insights provide a fascinating look at the scientific under...
015 - Bk 4 Ch 9 - The Rhinoceros and the Crocotta 26.02.2026 4:29
Step into the enchanting realm of Pliny the Elders Natural History, one of the most remarkable texts to emerge from the Roman Empire. This monumental work encompasses 37 books and over 20,000 topics, covering a vast array of subjects from astronomy and mathematics to botany and precious gems. As a precursor to modern encyclopedias, Plinys insights provide a fascinating look at the scientific under...
014 - Bk 4 Ch 8 - The Camel 26.02.2026 3:10
Step into the enchanting realm of Pliny the Elders Natural History, one of the most remarkable texts to emerge from the Roman Empire. This monumental work encompasses 37 books and over 20,000 topics, covering a vast array of subjects from astronomy and mathematics to botany and precious gems. As a precursor to modern encyclopedias, Plinys insights provide a fascinating look at the scientific under...
013 - Bk 4 Ch 7 - Panthers and Tigers 26.02.2026 3:37
Step into the enchanting realm of Pliny the Elders Natural History, one of the most remarkable texts to emerge from the Roman Empire. This monumental work encompasses 37 books and over 20,000 topics, covering a vast array of subjects from astronomy and mathematics to botany and precious gems. As a precursor to modern encyclopedias, Plinys insights provide a fascinating look at the scientific under...
012 - Bk 4 Ch 6 - Wonderful Feats Performed by Lions 26.02.2026 8:03
Step into the enchanting realm of Pliny the Elders Natural History, one of the most remarkable texts to emerge from the Roman Empire. This monumental work encompasses 37 books and over 20,000 topics, covering a vast array of subjects from astronomy and mathematics to botany and precious gems. As a precursor to modern encyclopedias, Plinys insights provide a fascinating look at the scientific under...
011 - Bk 4 Ch 5 - The Lion 26.02.2026 7:40
Step into the enchanting realm of Pliny the Elders Natural History, one of the most remarkable texts to emerge from the Roman Empire. This monumental work encompasses 37 books and over 20,000 topics, covering a vast array of subjects from astronomy and mathematics to botany and precious gems. As a precursor to modern encyclopedias, Plinys insights provide a fascinating look at the scientific under...
010 - Bk 4 Ch 4 - The Age of the Elephant and Other Particulars 26.02.2026 3:32
Step into the enchanting realm of Pliny the Elders Natural History, one of the most remarkable texts to emerge from the Roman Empire. This monumental work encompasses 37 books and over 20,000 topics, covering a vast array of subjects from astronomy and mathematics to botany and precious gems. As a precursor to modern encyclopedias, Plinys insights provide a fascinating look at the scientific under...
009 - Bk 4 Ch 3 - The Way in which Elephants are Caught 26.02.2026 3:17
Step into the enchanting realm of Pliny the Elders Natural History, one of the most remarkable texts to emerge from the Roman Empire. This monumental work encompasses 37 books and over 20,000 topics, covering a vast array of subjects from astronomy and mathematics to botany and precious gems. As a precursor to modern encyclopedias, Plinys insights provide a fascinating look at the scientific under...
008 - Bk 4 Ch 2 - The Combats of Elephants 26.02.2026 4:36
Step into the enchanting realm of Pliny the Elders Natural History, one of the most remarkable texts to emerge from the Roman Empire. This monumental work encompasses 37 books and over 20,000 topics, covering a vast array of subjects from astronomy and mathematics to botany and precious gems. As a precursor to modern encyclopedias, Plinys insights provide a fascinating look at the scientific under...
007 - Bk 4 Ch 1 - Elephants their Capacity 26.02.2026 14:57
Step into the enchanting realm of Pliny the Elders Natural History, one of the most remarkable texts to emerge from the Roman Empire. This monumental work encompasses 37 books and over 20,000 topics, covering a vast array of subjects from astronomy and mathematics to botany and precious gems. As a precursor to modern encyclopedias, Plinys insights provide a fascinating look at the scientific under...
006 - Bk 3 Ch 6 - Men of Remarkable Genius and Wisdom 26.02.2026 7:16
Step into the enchanting realm of Pliny the Elders Natural History, one of the most remarkable texts to emerge from the Roman Empire. This monumental work encompasses 37 books and over 20,000 topics, covering a vast array of subjects from astronomy and mathematics to botany and precious gems. As a precursor to modern encyclopedias, Plinys insights provide a fascinating look at the scientific under...
005 - Bk 3 Ch 5 - Vigor of Mind and Courage 26.02.2026 13:08
Step into the enchanting realm of Pliny the Elders Natural History, one of the most remarkable texts to emerge from the Roman Empire. This monumental work encompasses 37 books and over 20,000 topics, covering a vast array of subjects from astronomy and mathematics to botany and precious gems. As a precursor to modern encyclopedias, Plinys insights provide a fascinating look at the scientific under...
004 - Bk 3 Ch 4 - Instances of Remarkable Agility and Acuteness of Sight 26.02.2026 3:25
Step into the enchanting realm of Pliny the Elders Natural History, one of the most remarkable texts to emerge from the Roman Empire. This monumental work encompasses 37 books and over 20,000 topics, covering a vast array of subjects from astronomy and mathematics to botany and precious gems. As a precursor to modern encyclopedias, Plinys insights provide a fascinating look at the scientific under...
003 - Bk 3 Ch 3 - Instances of Extraordinary Strength 26.02.2026 2:50
Step into the enchanting realm of Pliny the Elders Natural History, one of the most remarkable texts to emerge from the Roman Empire. This monumental work encompasses 37 books and over 20,000 topics, covering a vast array of subjects from astronomy and mathematics to botany and precious gems. As a precursor to modern encyclopedias, Plinys insights provide a fascinating look at the scientific under...
002 - Bk 3 Ch 2 - The Wonderful Forms of Different Nations 26.02.2026 22:36
Step into the enchanting realm of Pliny the Elders Natural History, one of the most remarkable texts to emerge from the Roman Empire. This monumental work encompasses 37 books and over 20,000 topics, covering a vast array of subjects from astronomy and mathematics to botany and precious gems. As a precursor to modern encyclopedias, Plinys insights provide a fascinating look at the scientific under...
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