Pliny
Pliny the Elder
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Pliny
Published
January 1, 1956
Publisher
Loeb Classical Library
Pages
576
ISBN-13
9780674994324
ISBN-10
0674994329
Description
PLINY, the Elder, Gaius Plinius Secundus (AD 23-79), a Roman of equestrian rank of Transpadane Gaul (N. Italy), was uncle of Pliny the letter writer. He pursued a career partly military in Germany, partly administrative in Gaul and Spain under the emperor Vespasian, and became prefect of the fleet at Misenum. He died in the eruption of Vesuvius when he went to get a closer view and to rescue friends. Tireless worker, reader, and writer, he was author of works now lost; but his great Natural History in 37 books with its vast collection of facts (and alleged facts) survives -- a mine of information despite its uncritical character. The contents of the books are as follows. Book 1: table of contents of the others and of authorities ; 2: mathematical and metrological survey of the universe; 3-6: Geography and ehtnography of the known world; 7: anthropology and physiology of man; 8-11: zoology; 12-19: botany, agriculture, and horticulture; 20-27: plant products as used in medicine; 28-32: medical zoology; 33-37: minerals (and medicine), the fine arts, and gemstones.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Pliny?
This edition of Pliny has approximately 576 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Pliny?
For most readers, Pliny typically takes between 12h 0m and 8h 0m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 144,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 9h 36m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 20 days • Estimated word count: 144,000 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Pliny?
The estimated word count for Pliny is approximately 144,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Pliny?
Pliny was written by Pliny the Elder.
When was Pliny published?
The publication date for this specific edition is January 1, 1956. The original work may have been published on a different date.