Mundus Subterraneus (book)

Mundus subterraneus, quo universae denique naturae divitiae is a scientific textbook written by Athanasius Kircher, and published in 1665. The work depicts Earth's geography through textual description, as well as lavish illustrations.[1]

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In Ubisoft's video game Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag, the main character can roam around his or her company's offices. Situated among other Assassin's Creed video games on bookshelves are copies of Mundus Subterraneus.

References

  1. ↑ "Athanasius Kircher, Mundus subterraneus (1665)". OU History of Science Collections. 14 September 2011. Archived from the original on 2 March 2016. Retrieved 28 December 2016.
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