Petronius
The Satyricon
- ISBN 13:
- 9780140448054
- author:
- Petronius
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin Classics
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2011
- Pages:
- 24
- Dimensions:
- 12.9 x 1.4 x 19.8 cm
- Genre:
- Fiction, Classics,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Satyricon by Petronius offers an unmatched satirical portrait of imperial Rome in all its excesses and chaos. This outrageously entertaining work recounts the adventures of Encolpius and his companions as they travel around Italy, encountering various characters who embody the decadence and pretension of the age. At the heart of the novel is Trimalchio, a nouveau riche millionaire whose debauched feasting and vulgarity make him one of the great comic characters in literature. Penguin Classics brings this masterpiece to life with an authoritative text enhanced by introductions and notes from distinguished scholars and contemporary authors. With its unique blend of satire and absurdity, The Satyricon provides a fascinating glimpse into the culture and society of ancient Rome.
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