Selections from the Greek Papyri Edited with Translations and Notes [Paperback]

First published in 1912, this book contains the original Greek text of 55 papyri fragments from significant collections.First published in 1912 as the second edition of a 1910 original, this book contains the original Greek text of 55 papyri fragments from significant collections, including examples from Oxyrhynchus. Milligan supplies an English translation for each example, as well as a critical apparatus.First published in 1912 as the second edition of a 1910 original, this book contains the original Greek text of 55 papyri fragments from significant collections, including examples from Oxyrhynchus. Milligan supplies an English translation for each example, as well as a critical apparatus.First published in 1912 as the second edition of a 1910 original, this book contains the original Greek text of 55 papyri fragments from significant collections, including examples from Oxyrhynchus. Milligan supplies an English translation for each example, as well as a critical apparatus. This fascinating and readable book will be of value to anyone with an interest in the practicalities of ancient life.Principal collections of Greek papyri with abbreviations; Table of papyri published in this volume; Authorities quoted and recommended; Table of months; General introduction; Note on the method of publication; Texts, translations, and notes; Indices.