Yale Classics (Vol 2) - The Rise and Fall of Rome: The Greatest Works of the 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, Propertius, The Metamorphoses, Augustus, Quintilian

Translator 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, 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, William Charles Firebaugh, Maurice Platnauer

Publisher: DigiCat

Summary

Yale Classics (Vol. 2) is a magnificent compilation that immerses readers in the rich tapestry of Roman literary mastery and philosophical inquiry. The overarching themes span power, morality, fate, and the human condition, with styles ranging from poetic odes to philosophical treatises and historical narratives to satirical monologues. In this volume, timeless pieces offer an exquisite exploration of ancient thought and culture, including poignant reflections on human virtues and vices, the intricacies of governance, and the perennial quest for wisdom. The diversity inherent in this collection not only showcases Roman literary brilliance but also highlights the enduring significance of these classical texts. The anthology brings together works from ancient luminaries such as Seneca, Cicero, and Virgil, whose collective contributions provide an unparalleled insight into the Roman worldview. Delving into both the grandeur of the Roman Empire and the intimate musings of its philosophers and poets, this volume resonates with the cultural and literary movements of its time, such as Stoicism, Epicureanism, and the Augustan Age. The voices included offer varied perspectives, creating a robust dialogue that explores the continuity and evolution of key themes across different eras and genres. Combining scholarly rigor with literary excellence, Yale Classics (Vol. 2) offers readers an exceptional opportunity to engage with the multifaceted narrative of Roman literature. This anthology serves as a crucial educational resource, providing insights into the sophisticated interplay of history, philosophy, and artistry that define Roman cultural heritage. It invites readers to immerse themselves in a vibrant intellectual world, fostering a deeper appreciation for the variegated voices that have shaped Western literature's foundational underpinnings. As such, it is an indispensable addition to the library of any avid reader committed to understanding the breadth and depth of classical antiquity.

Available since: 11/21/2023.

Print length: 7732 pages.

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