Horace
The Complete Odes and Epodes (Oxford World's Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780199555277
- author:
- Horace
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- OUP Oxford
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2008
- Pages:
- 240
- Dimensions:
- 19.56 x 1.78 x 12.95 centimetres
- Genre:
- Poetry by individual poets
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Horace's Odes and Epodes offer a unique glimpse into the life and work of one of Rome's most celebrated poets. This collection of Latin poetry is renowned for its masterful use of metaphor, rich modulation, and subtle exploration of war, politics, and the human experience. The poems within this volume showcase Horace's versatility, ranging from robust love poems to violent denunciation, and from reflections on wine and friendship to explorations of the gods. The translation by David West is accompanied by a lucid introduction, extensive notes, and a chronological survey, providing a comprehensive understanding of Horace's work. This edition of Odes and Epodes is part of Oxford World's Classics, a series dedicated to making high-quality literature accessible to readers worldwide.