Megasthenes' Indica by Richard Stoneman
This book provides a new translation of all the surviving portions of the description of India written by Megasthenes in about 310 BCE, the fullest account of Indian geography, history and customs available to the classical world."The new translation of the fragments by Richard Stoneman will be the standard point of entry for subsequent scholars and readers approaching what remains of this text, especially in the English-speaking worldIt offers a clear and accurate translation, and the notes will helpfully orient those new to Megasthenes, as well as offering much that is stimulating to those already familiar with his work... It makes accessible and comprehensible an important author for the study of Greek knowledge of, and interest in, other cultures and places, and is sure to have a considerable life as a valuable resource for scholars of the Greek and Roman and of the Indian worlds." - Bryn Mawr Classical Review
"[Stoneman's] edition of Megasthenes’ Indica is a very welcome addition to the scholarly material on this text...The dated nature of the previously available sources signalled a strong need for such a work. Not only does it make the
research of Megasthenes easier for those of us with a particular interest in the Indica, but it makes the text significantly more accessible for researchers who are less singularly focused on this author. Additionally, it makes it much easier to include Megasthenes’ work within teaching materials. As a result of this, the book has the potential to expand the number of people reading and working on the Indica." - The Classical Review
Richard Stoneman is an Honorary Visiting Professor in the Department of Classics and Ancient History, University of Exeter, UK. His research concentrates on the legends of Alexander the Great and on Greek knowledge of India (most of which was due to Alexander’s campaign). His books include Alexander the Great: A Life in Legend (2008) and The Greek Experience of India: From Alexander to the Indo-Greeks (2019). His three-volume edition of the Alexander Romance is in the process of publication.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781032023571 |
| ISBN 10 | 1032023570 |
| Title | Megasthenes' Indica |
| Author | Richard Stoneman |
| Series | Routledge Classical Translations |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Taylor & Francis Ltd |
| Year published | 2023-05-31 |
| Number of pages | 158 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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