Natural History Volume 5
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Pliny the Elder's *Naturalis Historia* Volume 5, encompasses Books 21-25, focusing on the natural history of plants. Book 21 examines the world of flowers, their classification, and various types. Book 22 delves into the properties and uses of plants and fruits, while Book 23 focuses on the medicinal benefits derived from cultivated trees. Book 24 expands on these applications, exploring the therapeutic uses of forest trees. Finally, Book 25 ventures into the realm of wild plants, providing a detailed account of their unique characteristics and uses. Throughout these volumes, Pliny meticulously describes the natural world, highlighting the ways humans utilized various plants, their medicinal properties, and their importance in ancient Roman life.Book Details
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Gaius Plinius Secundus called Pliny the Elder was a Roman author, naturalist and natural philosopher, and naval and army commander of the early Roman Empire, and a friend of the emperor Vespasian. He...
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