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Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy

Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Lucretius

For Students 9th - 10th
As one of the primary spokesmen for the Epicurean philosophy, Lucretius (99-55 BCE) wrote a philosophical epic "De Rerum Naturum," in which the Epicurean belief in the atomic nature of matter is presented. Look for the section entitled...
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Internet History Sourcebooks Project

Fordham University: Ancient History Sourcebook: The Worship of Cybele

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from Fordham University contains a description of the Cult of Cybele by the Epicurean poet Lucretius.
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Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Moliere

For Students 9th - 10th
Wikipedia provides detailed biographical information on Jean-Baptiste Poquelin (1622-1673 CE), also known as Moliere, a French theatre writer, director, actor, and the master of satire.
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Famous Scientists

Famous Scientists: Lucretius

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the life and scientific discoveries of Lucretius in this article.
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Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Mit: Internet Classics Archive: On the Nature of Things

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from MIT contains the entire work "On the Nature of Things," by Lucretius, his primary philosophical work which expounds the Epicurean worldview.
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Able Media

On the Nature of the Universe: Study Guide

For Students 9th - 10th
A study guide for Lucretius's work, "On the Nature of the Universe."