Virgil

The Aeneid (Wordsworth Classics)

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ISBN 13:: 9781853262630
author:: Virgil
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Wordsworth Editions
language:: English
Publication Year:: 1995
Pages:: 416
Genre:: Works by individual poets: classical, early & medieval
Condition:: New
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Virgil's epic poem tells the story of Rome's legendary origins, tracing the ashes of Troy to the destiny of world dominion. The poem balances an optimistic vision of Rome's greatness with a tragic undertone of human suffering, as embodied in the doomed love of Aeneas and Dido, and the fateful clash between Aeneas and Turnus. The Aeneid has had a profound influence on European literature, art, and politics, shaping the course of history for over two thousand years. This enduring work remains a powerful exploration of the human condition, grappling with the complexities of fate, identity, and the cost of greatness. A masterpiece of ancient Roman literature, Virgil's Aeneid continues to appeal to readers with its timeless themes and universal appeal.

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