Silius Italicus
Punica: Bks.I-VIII v. 1 (Loeb Classical Library)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780674993051
- author:
- Silius Italicus
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- Loeb
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1989
- Pages:
- 462
- Dimensions:
- 2.5 x 11.4 x 17.1 cm
- Genre:
- Poetry, Drama & Criticism, Poetry, By Period
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
Ancient Rome's longest epic, Punica, is a 17-book poem by Silius Italicus that explores the Second Punic War (218-202 BC) between Carthage and Rome. Written in pure Latin and smooth verse, the poem draws heavily from Livy's account for historical facts. The work is notable for its use of traditional Latin epic devices and techniques, with echoes of Virgil's style throughout. Silius Italicus was a consul and governor who lived on his estates after retiring from public office, and his love of literature and poetry is reflected in the writing of Punica. This two-volume edition of Punica is part of the Loeb Classical Library series, offering a reliable translation of this significant work of ancient Roman literature.
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