De Situ Orbis by Pomponius Mela
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The earliest surviving geographical treatise in Latin, written by Pomponius Mela in the 1st century AD. It describes the known world, including Europe, Asia, and Africa, and offers insights into ancient perceptions of geography and notable structures, potentially including references to the Egyptian Labyrinth.
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Diodor Siculus, Plenny the Elder, Strao, Pelonius Mela.
"🎬 Joe Rogan Experience #2374 - Ben van Kerkwyk
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Pomponius Mela
De Situ Orbis
ancient geography
Roman Empire
🤖 Why This Product Was Mentioned
"Pomponius Mela is mentioned as an author who wrote extensively about the Labyrinth. 'De Situ Orbis' is his most famous and relevant work."
