237 results for 'Virgil'

Dante's epic masterpiece, The Divine Comedy, is a profound exploration of human redemption, faith, and desire. This 3-in-1 edition brings together the poet's journey through Hell, Purgatory, and...

Discover everything there is to know about your favourite football heroes. This Ultimate Trivia book is packed with tactical trivia and awesome activities that will keep any football fan engaged...

The History of the Kings of Britain by Geoffrey Of Monmouth is an imaginative and meticulously written masterpiece that has survived centuries as a testament to its author's legacy. Written in the...

Poems of Rome brings together a diverse range of poets from across centuries and cultures, all united by their fascination with Rome. Divided into sections that explore different areas of the city,...

T.S. Eliot's On Poetry and Poets is a collection of essays that explore the nature of poetry and its various forms. In this work, Eliot examines the relationship between poetry and drama, as well as...

The Argonautica is a Roman epic poem by Valerius Flaccus, composed in a smooth and sometimes obscure style. Written around AD 70-90, it retells the quest for the golden fleece in eight books, drawing...

Apollonius Rhodius' epic poem Argonautica is a masterful retelling of Jason's quest for the golden fleece. Composed in the 3rd century BC, this work draws on a range of literary traditions to create...

Dante's Inferno is a masterpiece of Western literature, presenting a vivid and inventive exploration of the afterlife. This parallel edition features Dante's Italian text alongside Longfellow's...

Dante's journey into the heart of Hell, as described in the first part of his epic poem, is a tale of descent into darkness and despair. With Virgil as his guide, the poet navigates nine concentric...

Torquato Tasso's King Torrismondo is a translation of the Italian tragedy ll re Torrismondo. This English version provides readers with access to a wider range of the Italian tragedy as a genre,...

Dante's epic masterpiece, The Divine Comedy, is a work of world literature that has inspired readers for 700 years. This beautifully accurate and clear verse translation, by renowned scholar and poet...

Dante's masterpiece, The Inferno, is a timeless epic poem that belongs on every book lover's bookshelf. In this luxurious edition, Dante is guided by poet Virgil into the nine circles of Hell,...

Sheriff Quinn Colson's latest case takes an unexpected turn when a woman is found dead and three delinquent teens go on the run. TJ Byrd, a troubled teenager with a history of petty crime, insists...

Delve into the world of ancient magic and discover how it shaped the culture of Greece and Rome. This comprehensive sourcebook presents three hundred texts in new translations, along with brief...

Latin may be considered dead, but its impact is very much alive. In this engaging exploration, Nicola Gardini delves into the history and significance of Latin, revealing its enduring influence on...

Rome's legacy was not lost to the sands of time, thanks in part to the efforts of Irish monks and scribes. In the 5th century, these scholars played a crucial role in preserving the written record of...

Charlotte Higgins's Red Thread On Mazes and Labyrinths is a masterful exploration of one of the most enduring myths in human culture. This book weaves together threads from literature, art, history,...

Discover 100 lives that shaped ancient Rome. From famous rulers and generals to ordinary citizens, this collection brings together the stories of those who made up Roman society. The biographies of...

Sneakers x Culture: Collab is a celebration of the great sneaker collaborations that have reimagined the shoe as wearable art. From artists to athletes, celebrities to musicians, these partnerships...

Twelve Voices from Greece and Rome explores the enduring ideas and concerns that underpin Western civilization. This book brings together twelve influential authors from ancient Greece and Rome,...

Set in West Texas after the Civil War, Kintire is a small town facing serious trouble. A promising new seam has been reported at the derelict Silver Lode mine, drawing in unwanted characters. Matt...

The Aeneid by Barry B. Powell is a free-verse translation of Virgil's epic poem, presented in a modern idiom. The translation is accompanied by on-page notes that explain obscure literary and...

Virgil's epic poem comes to life in this graphic retelling, perfect for young readers. Aeneas's journey from the ruins of Troy to the founding of Rome is filled with great sacrifice, angry gods,...

Quinn Colson, the new sheriff of Tibbehah County, is investigating a child abuse case that leads to a shocking discovery. Thirteen empty cribs and a shoe box full of money suggest Janet and Ramon...

A Companion to the Aeneid in Translation: Volume 2 Books 1-6 by Christopher Tanfield provides an authoritative introduction and line-by-line commentary on Virgil's literary techniques, structures,...

Dante's Purgatorio is a translation of the second book of his epic poem The Divine Comedy, in which the poet ascends the mount of purgatory, guided by Virgil. The translation features the original...

Rubicon: The Last Years of the Roman Republic by Tom Holland In 49 B.C., Julius Caesar's decision to cross the Rubicon River sparked a chain reaction that would change the course of history. This...

The Oxford History of Western Music: Music in the Early Twentieth Century is a comprehensive exploration of the period from the late nineteenth century to the end of World War II. This fourth volume...

Sheriff Quinn Colson's quest for justice has taken a deadly turn. Shot and left for dead, he's determined to track down those responsible for his attempted murder. With the help of his new wife...

The Idea of the Labyrinth from Classical Antiquity Through the Middle Ages by Penelope Reed Doob is a thought-provoking exploration of the ancient and medieval concept of the labyrinth. This...

Anbara Salam Khalidi's memoirs offer a unique perspective on the social history of Beirut and the Arab world in the 19th and 20th centuries. Born into a notable Sunni Muslim family, she grew up in...

Three years have passed since the Virgil County High School Massacre. Three years since my best friend, Sarah, was killed in a bathroom stall during the mass shooting. Everyone knows her story - that...

The Producer as Composer: Shaping the Sounds of Popular Music by Virgil Moorefield. In the 1960s, rock and pop music recording challenged traditional conventions, creating a new sonic world that...

A true story of adventure and fortune in the cryptocurrency Wild West. Journalist Ethan Lou takes readers on a richly told first-person narrative through the tangled plots and worlds of Bitcoin,...

Quinn Colson's life has taken a drastic turn. Voted out of office as sheriff of Tibbehah County, Mississippi, he now faces a daunting task: taking down the county kingpin, Johnny Stagg. However, when...

The Chrysler 300: America's Most Powerful Car In 1951, Chrysler introduced its first V8 engine, featuring hemispherical combustion chambers that produced significantly more power than its competitors...

Worlds Beyond Time: Sci-fi Art of the 1970s is a comprehensive visual history of the iconic art from 1970s paperback sci-fi novels. This collectible volume showcases the extraordinary images created...