MacLennan, Keith
Virgil: Aeneid I
- ISBN 13:
- 9781853997167
- author:
- MacLennan, Keith
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Bristol Classical Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2010
- Pages:
- 188
- Dimensions:
- 138mm X 216mm
- Genre:
- Literary Criticism, Ancient & Classical
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Virgil's Aeneid I sets the stage for an epic tale of love and destiny. After being shipwrecked on the coast of North Africa, Aeneas meets Dido, the Phoenician queen building a city that will become Carthage. Their doomed love is intertwined with Aeneas' fate as the founder of Rome. This edition provides a comprehensive introduction to Virgil's work, situating it within its literary and historical context. The volume includes the original Latin text, annotation to explain language and content, a glossary, and a vocabulary list. Edited by Keith Maclennan, this translation makes Virgil's poem more accessible to students today. With its in-depth exploration of Rome, Carthage, and Dido's role, this edition offers a nuanced understanding of the epic poem. The result is a rich and engaging reading experience that explores the complexities of Aeneas' journey.
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