Virgil’s Aeneid A Reader’s Guide
Virgil’s Aeneid A Reader’s Guide by David Ross, published by John Wiley & Sons on May 14, 2007, is a comprehensive resource designed to enhance readers’ understanding of Virgil’s epic poetry. This 176-page guide delves into the intricacies of Virgil’s poetic style and imagery, offering translated extracts alongside the original Latin when necessary. It aims to illuminate the depth and beauty of Virgil’s work while providing essential historical and social context relevant to the poem’s time.
Readers will find that this guide not only navigates the complexities of Virgil’s language but also introduces significant topics such as Roman religion and the concept of character in Roman culture. Additionally, it features an appendix that aids in comprehending the poem’s Latin hexameter, making it a valuable tool for those interested in literary criticism and ancient literature. This edition serves as a bridge for readers seeking to engage more deeply with the themes and artistry of Virgil’s Aeneid.
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Written by eminent scholar David O. Ross, this guide helps readers to engage with the poetry, thought, and background of Virgil’s great epic, suggesting both the depth and the beauty of Virgil’s poetic images and the mental images with which the Romans lived.
- Guides readers through the complexity of Virgil’s poetic style and imagery
- All extracts are translated, with original Latin given when necessary
- Provides useful historical and social context in which to understand the poem as it was viewed in its time
- Includes short introductions to important topics such as Roman religion and the Roman concept of ‘character’
- Features a helpful appendix which clarifies how to read and hear the poem’s Latin hexameter
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