A study of Horace, his life and works, character and views, attitudes to poetry, and a translation of the Horatian Ode are given, accompanied by Wilkinson's thoughful commentary.
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A study of Horace, his life and works, character and views, attitudes to poetry, and a translation of the Horatian Ode are given, accompanied by Wilkinson's thoughful commentary.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has soft covers. Clean from markings. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 300grams, ISBN: 9781853994326.
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New. 1853994324. *** FREE UPGRADE to Courier/Priority Shipping Upon Request *** – – *** IN STOCK AND IMMEDIATELY AVAILABLE FOR SHIPMENT-FLAWLESS COPY, BRAND NEW, PRISTINE, NEVER OPENED-192 pages--Horace is viewed as the poet of the Odes and Epodes--the incomparable genius of the lyric form, and a sympathetic and engaging character--L. P. Wilkinson writes primarily for students of the classics who are not Horation specialists. His book falls easily within the scope of those who can read any Latin at all--and even of those who cannot, for most passages quoted are also translated. Horace is viewed as the poet of the Odes and Epodes--the incomparable genius of the lyric form, and a sympathetic and engaging character. Like most Roman poets, Horace was not inventive in subject-matter--rather it is the manner of his writing, his mastery of form, rhythm and cadence that have charmed and captivated his readers for centuries. This is the aspect of Horace that is studied here, with much grace and insight, with profound and liberal scholarship, and with a readily communicated affection. --Preface * I. Introductory * II. Life and Works * III. Character and Views * IV. Attitude to Poetry * V. The Horatian Ode * VI. Translation * VII. Epilogue * Index of Passages in Horace Cited * Index of Proper Names--with a bonus offer--
