“Men are eager to tread underfoot what they have once too much feared.”
Book:De rerum natura
Quote by Lucretius
Work
De rerum natura
Written by the Roman philosopher and naturalist Titus Lucretius Carus, this text is a comprehensive treatise on the nature of the universe, atoms, and the mechanics of the cosmos. It is considered a cornerstone of classical science and philosophy, offering insights into the principles of atomism and the concept of the eternal cycle of nature. more
Author
Lucretius
Lucretius (99 BC - 55 BC) was a renowned Greek Roman poet, hailed as the peak of Greek Roman philosophical poetry. His work 'On the Nature of Things' presented the natural philosophical ideas of the Greek philosopher Democritus in poetic form, which had a profound impact on later generations. more
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