Literary notes about ii (AI summary)
In literature, "ii" is commonly used as a shorthand to designate the second part or volume of a work, serving as a clear, concise reference to a specific segment within larger texts. For instance, Roman numeral "II" identifies distinct subdivisions like chapters or volumes in historical and classical works—such as in Strabo’s Geography ([1], [2]) and Bishop Augustine’s The City of God ([3], [4])—and even in dramatic texts like Shakespeare’s plays ([5], [6]). This usage not only aids in systematic organization and citation but also allows scholars and readers to quickly navigate extensive narratives or scholarly discussions across various genres and time periods.
- of Laconia ( Cape-Malio or St. Angelo ), i. 38 , 140 , 163 , 164 ; ii. 40 , 41 , 47 -49, 60 , 77 , 195 .
— from The Geography of Strabo, Volume 3 (of 3) by Strabo - Abrettene, district of Mysia, ii. 330 , 332 .
— from The Geography of Strabo, Volume 3 (of 3) by Strabo - 11 ii. 7, ii. 192 ii. 8, ii. 29 ii. 12, ii. 12 ii. 21, ii. 365 iii. 7, 8, ii. 175 iii. 14, ii. 17 iii. 19, ii. 389 iii. 20, ii.
— from The City of God, Volume II by Bishop of Hippo Saint Augustine - 11, ii. 144 xi.
— from The City of God, Volume II by Bishop of Hippo Saint Augustine - II.33
— from Hamlet, Prince of Denmark by William Shakespeare - Exit ACT II.
— from The Complete Works of William Shakespeare by William Shakespeare