Jones, Peter
Reading Virgil: Aeneid I and II
- ISBN 13:
- 9780521171540
- author:
- Jones, Peter
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Cambridge University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2011
- Pages:
- 336
- Dimensions:
- 24.6 x 17.4 x 1.8 cm
- Genre:
- Literary studies: classical, early & medieval
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Virgil's Aeneid I and II is an epic poem that tells the story of Aeneas' journey from Troy to Italy. This edition provides a comprehensive guide for those who have completed an introductory course in Latin, aiming to help readers appreciate one of Latin literature's greatest masterpieces. The text is accompanied by a running vocabulary, learning vocabulary, full grammatical help and notes, as well as essays at the end of each passage designed to encourage appreciation of Virgil's plot-handling, poetic art and rich understanding of humanity. This carefully designed intermediate text provides all the necessary support for readers to enjoy the poem. With its unique blend of historical context, literary analysis and linguistic explanation, this edition is ideal for those looking to deepen their understanding of Virgil's Aeneid.
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