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The Elegies Of Tibullus

The Elegies Of Tibullus

Tibullus

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ISBN10: 1419160729
ISBN13: 9781419160721
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jun 17 2004
Pages: 76
Weight: 0.25
Height: 0.14 Width: 7.50 Depth: 9.20
Language: English
The Elegies of Tibullus is a collection of elegiac poems written by the Roman poet Tibullus. The book is divided into four books, with each book containing a series of elegies that explore themes such as love, loss, and the beauty of nature. Tibullus' poetry is known for its emotional depth and sensitivity, and the Elegies of Tibullus is no exception. The poems are written in a lyrical style that is both beautiful and poignant, and they are filled with vivid imagery and powerful emotions. The first book of the Elegies of Tibullus focuses on the poet's love for his mistress, Delia. The poems in this section are filled with longing and desire, as Tibullus expresses his love for Delia and his desire to be with her. The second book of the Elegies of Tibullus is dedicated to the memory of Tibullus' friend and mentor, Messalla. The poems in this section are elegiac in nature, as Tibullus mourns the loss of his friend and reflects on the fragility of life. The third book of the Elegies of Tibullus explores the theme of love once again, but this time from a more philosophical perspective. Tibullus reflects on the nature of love and its power to transform individuals and society. The final book of the Elegies of Tibullus is a collection of miscellaneous poems that touch on a variety of themes, including nature, politics, and the role of the poet in society. Overall, the Elegies of Tibullus is a beautiful and moving collection of poems that explores the complexities of human emotion and the power of poetry to capture the essence of life.O what a ploughman I could be! How deep the furrows I would trace, If while I toiled, I might but see My mistress' smiling face!This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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