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Harvard Lectures on the Vergilian Age
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Literary CriticismAncient RomeGeneral Poetry
ISBN13: 9781026069608
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 214
Weight: 0.67
Height: 0.45 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Harvard Lectures on the Vergilian Age is a profound scholarly exploration of the life, works, and cultural impact of the great Roman poet Virgil. In this series of insightful lectures, Robert Seymour Conway examines the historical and literary landscape of the Augustan era, arguing that this period represents a unique and transformative pinnacle of human thought shaped largely by Virgil's poetic vision.
The work provides a detailed analysis of Virgil's major contributions, investigating the depth of his humanism and the mastery of his craft. Conway delves into the poet's relationship with his contemporaries and the socio-political undercurrents of Rome, offering a compelling narrative that connects the ancient past with broader literary traditions. By focusing on the intellectual spirit of the age, this volume highlights how Virgil's verse captured the national identity of Rome while addressing universal themes of peace, suffering, and destiny. Harvard Lectures on the Vergilian Age remains a vital resource for students and enthusiasts of Classics, providing an accessible yet rigorous study of one of history's most influential literary figures and the golden age he came to define.
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