Roland Mayer
Horace
- ISBN 13:
- 9780521671019
- author:
- Roland Mayer
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Cambridge University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2012
- Pages:
- 258
- Dimensions:
- 138mm X 216mm
- Genre:
- Literary Collections
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Horace: Odes Book I by Horace presents a unique blend of poetic appropriation and innovation in this collection of thirty-eight poems. By engaging with Greek lyric tradition, Horace establishes his place within the Roman literary landscape and explores moral and political issues through reflections on love, friendship, and public figures. This edition provides an accessible entry point into Horace's lyric world, allowing students and scholars to appreciate the poet's use of classic Greek songs as a springboard for thought-provoking commentary. With its blend of public and private voices, this collection offers a fascinating glimpse into the complexities of Roman society during the late Republic period. By reading Horace's Odes Book I, you can gain insight into the cultural and intellectual currents that shaped ancient Rome, and explore the enduring themes and ideas that continue to resonate with readers today.
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