Cromarty, Dr Robert

Ovid Fasti: A Selection

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ISBN 13:: 9781350156555
author:: Cromarty, Dr Robert
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Bloomsbury Academic
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2023
Pages:: 128
Dimensions:: 2.5 x 13.8 x 13.8 centimetres (0
Genre:: History, Ancient, Rome,
Condition:: New
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Ovid's Fasti is a fascinating poem that explores the intersection of poetry and Roman socio-cultural values. This selection of extracts from Book II covers key events in the Roman religious calendar, along with their mythological and historical origins. The poem provides a unique insight into the Roman experience, revealing the echoes of the past in their present lives. The extracts from Fasti II include the story of Hercules and Omphale, as well as one of the most famous tales from Roman history, the story of Lucretia and the expulsion of the Roman Kings. Ovid's treatment of this narrative is particularly noteworthy, as he plays with historical tradition while also asking his Roman readers to perceive the past in their present experiences. Supporting resources are available on the Companion Website.

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