De Situ Orbis, written by Pomponius Mela, is the earliest formal treatise on geography in Latin. This work, intended for a Roman audience, divides the earth into five zones and describes the lands bordering the known world. Mela's text provides invaluable insights into Roman geographical knowledge and perceptions during the first century AD.

This edition of "De Situ Orbis" offers readers a chance to explore the ancient world through the eyes of one of its most influential geographers. It remains a crucial resource for understanding the classical worldview and the development of geographical thought.

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