The introduction places the man and his work in context and discusses specific problems of textural arrangement and organization and agricultural practice. There are several drawings to aid

Cato: On Farming - De Agricultura
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The introduction places the man and his work in context and discusses specific problems of textural arrangement and organization and agricultural practice. There are several drawings to aid appreciation of Catoâ€™s descriptions of buildings and equipment. A book of instruction about the cultivation of vines, olives and fruit, the management of slaves and contract labour, the rituals consequent on ownership and even cookery for humans and the pharmacy. Because of its date, the 2nd century BC, it is a particularly important resource for students of Latin and of early Roman society.
Country USA
Brand Prospect Books
Manufacturer Prospect Books
Binding Paperback
ItemPartNumber RKC2010912184
ReleaseDate 1998-08-10
UnitCount 1
EANs 9780907325802

Cato: On Farming - De Agricultura