Tarrant, R J

Horace's Odes

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ISBN 13:: 9780195156768
author:: Tarrant, R J
format:: Paperback / softback
publisher:: Oxford University Press, USA
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2005
Pages:: 176
Dimensions:: 138mm X 210mm
Genre:: Literature Ancient Literature
Condition:: New
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Horace's Odes is a foundational text for Western poetry, comprising 103 exquisite poems that reflect on friendship, love, and mortality in a distinctive voice. Situated within the context of Horace's career as a poet, these poems offer a nuanced exploration of the changing Roman world. The book provides a balanced assessment of the Odes' artistry, purpose, and enduring relevance, tracing their influence from Horace's time to the present day. Fresh translations by Richard Tarrant accompany existing versions by modern translators, while in-depth analysis highlights Horace's range of subject matter and characteristic techniques. A substantial final chapter rounds out the book, demonstrating the Odes' continued power and significance in literature today.

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