The Eclogues of Virgil gave definitive form to the pastoral mode, and these magically beautiful poems, which were influential in so much subsequent literature, perhaps best exemplify what pastoral can do. "Song replying to song replying to song", touchingly comic, poignantly sad, sublimely joyful, the various music that these shepherds make echoes in scenes of repose and harmony, and of hardship and trouble in work and love. A bilingual edition, The Eclogues of Virgil includes concise, informative notes and an Introduction ...
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The Eclogues of Virgil gave definitive form to the pastoral mode, and these magically beautiful poems, which were influential in so much subsequent literature, perhaps best exemplify what pastoral can do. "Song replying to song replying to song", touchingly comic, poignantly sad, sublimely joyful, the various music that these shepherds make echoes in scenes of repose and harmony, and of hardship and trouble in work and love. A bilingual edition, The Eclogues of Virgil includes concise, informative notes and an Introduction that describes the fundamental role of this deeply original book in the pastoral tradition.
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Good Condition. Dust jacket is fully intact. Pages are unmarked and uncreased. A good used copy with no significant defects. Publisher's note: "The Eclogues of Virgil gave definitive form to the pastoral mode, and these magically beautiful poems, so influential in so much subsequent literature, perhaps best exemplify what pastoral can do. These songs made a world; it is a world all the more beautiful for being vulnerable to the intrusions of power and of natural calamity and loss. A bilingual edition, The Eclogues of Virgil: a translation includes concise, informative notes and an introduction that describes the fundamental role of this deeply original book in the great pastoral tradition."--Provided by publisher Size: 24.3 x 16 x 1.7 cm. 112 pp. Shipped Weight: Under 500 grams. Category: Poetry; Pastoral poetry, Latin--Translations into English; Country life--Rome--Poetry; Genre; Translations into English; Poetry; ISBN: 0374146349. ISBN/EAN: 9780374146344. Add. Inventory No: 240311NPG007020.
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Very Good. 102p. A slim hardcover book in very good condition with a good dustjacket. Jacket has some small stains and a bit of scribbling on the front. The book is clean and tightly bound.
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*Price HAS BEEN REDUCED by 10% until Monday, April 29 (sale item)* 101 pp., Hardcover, new in a fine dust jacket. -If you are reading this, this item is actually (physically) in our stock and ready for shipment once ordered. We are not bookjackers. Buyer is responsible for any additional duties, taxes, or fees required by recipient's country.
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Stated First Edition 1999, first printing with no additional printings noted, in near fine / very good condition. The pages are clean and crisp with no bent corners. Boards are as new, and the spine is square and tight. The dust jacket is clean and undamaged. Light foxing on the edges of the text block, but otherwise the book is in near like new condition with an unclipped DJ, and no remainder mark. All items guaranteed, and a portion of each sale supports social programs in Los Angeles. Ships from CA.
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Very good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
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Very good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
