Forum Romanum
Outlines of Roman History: The New Civilization
With Rome's conquest of foreign lands, she assimilates many ideas for literature, architecture, art, religion, and philosophy.
Other
The Roman World 509 b.c. To a.d. 180
This narrative site provides great overview to life in ancient Rome and Roman history. The geography, early settlers, Roman monarchy, Roman conquest of Italy are all mentioned.
Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy
Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Lucretius
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...
Forum Romanum
Outlines of Roman History: The Reign of Marcus Aurelius (Ad 161 180)
Read this entry from William Morey's 1901 text to find out about Marcus Aurelius, one of the five good emperors, who was known as a philosopher.
Internet History Sourcebooks Project
Fordham University: Ancient History Sourcebook: The Worship of Cybele
This site from Fordham University contains a description of the Cult of Cybele by the Epicurean poet Lucretius.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Epicureanism
Wikipedia provides detailed information on Epicureanism, a system of philosophy based on the teachings of Epicurus.
Oregon State University
Oregon State University: Sir Thomas More
A great resource, containing career biography, timeline, and bibliography.
World History Encyclopedia
World History Encyclopedia: Epicurus
Read about the life of the Greek philosopher Epicurus and the philosophy he developed called Epicureanism.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Mit: Internet Classics Archive: On the Nature of Things
This site from MIT contains the entire work "On the Nature of Things," by Lucretius, his primary philosophical work which expounds the Epicurean worldview.
Philosophy Pages
Philosophy Pages: Epicurus (341 273 Bce)
A brief description of the life of Epicurus and his beliefs: also has links to keywords.
Able Media
On the Nature of the Universe: Study Guide
A study guide for Lucretius's work, "On the Nature of the Universe."