The Greatest Works of Roman Classical Literature
Lucius Annaeus Seneca, Julius Caesar, Boethius, Horace, Plutarch Plutarch, Apuleius, Virgil Virgil, Persius, Terence, Ammianus Marcellinus, Sallust, Juvenal, Lucan, Suetonius, Tibullus Tibullus, Tacitus Tacitus, Petronius, Cornelius Nepos, Lucretius Lucretius, Martial, Catullus, Cicero Cicero, Claudian, Pliny the Younger, Saint Augustine of Hippo, Plautus, Ennius, The Metamorphoses, Augustus, Quintilian
Traduttore Alfred John Church, Paul Nixon, J. S. J.S.Watson, Christopher Smart, William Rose, James Rhodes, Lewis Evans, John William Mackail, William Jackson Brodribb, W. A. McDevitte, W. S. Bohn, Richard Mott Gummere, Henry Thomas Riley, William Ellery Leonard, Frederick Charles Tindal Bosanquet, E. Jones, Robinson Ellis, Harold Edgeworth Butler, Theodore Chickering Williams, John Selby Watson, Frederick W. Shipley, Edward Ridley, William Charles Firebaugh, Maurice Platnauer
Casa editrice: DigiCat
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Dive into the rich and varied literary landscape of ancient Rome with *The Greatest Works of Roman Classical Literature*. This anthology encapsulates the essence of Roman thought and culture through an extensively curated selection of writings. Featuring a wide array of genres, from the precise political oratory of Cicero to the poetic grandeur of Virgil, the collection embodies the full spirit of Roman innovation and eloquence. Readers will encounter philosophical musings alongside historical narratives, poetic depictions of gods and heroes, and satirical social commentary, providing a comprehensive snapshot of Roman literary prowess. The collection brings together an illustrious roster of authors whose works continue to shape literary and cultural discourse. From the philosophical meditations of Seneca to the incisive satires of Juvenal, each contributor leaves an indelible mark on Roman literature. The anthology offers insights into the literary movements and historical contexts of the time, weaving together voices from the late Republic, through the zenith of the Roman Empire, and into the early Christian era of Augustine. Collectively, these influential figures crafted the vast tapestry of Roman literature, imparting a legacy of intellectual and artistic brilliance. This anthology invites readers to explore a multiverse of Roman perspectives, uniting disparate genres and themes into one compelling volume. It serves not only as an academic resource but also as a portal into the ancient world's diverse dialogues on morality, politics, and human nature. Embrace the opportunity to immerse yourself in this meticulously assembled anthology, appreciating the breadth of context, cultural reflection, and timeless wisdom that each work offers to the modern reader.
Disponibile da: 21/11/2023.
Lunghezza di stampa: 7732 pagine.
