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Horace V2: Translated By Philip Francis (1831)

Horace V2: Translated By Philip Francis (1831)

Flaccus, Quintus Horatius
Francis, Philip

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Fiction AnthologiesGeneral Poetry

ISBN10: 1164675850
ISBN13: 9781164675853
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 328
Weight: 0.97
Height: 0.69 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The book Horace V2: Translated By Philip Francis (1831) is a translation of the works of the Roman poet Quintus Horatius Flaccus, commonly known as Horace. This particular volume is the second in a series of translations by Philip Francis, and includes a selection of Horace's odes, epodes, and satires. Horace was a prominent poet during the reign of Augustus Caesar in ancient Rome, and his works have been highly regarded for their wit, wisdom, and insight into Roman society. In this translation, Francis seeks to capture the essence of Horace's writing, while also making it accessible to modern readers.The book is divided into several sections, each containing a different type of poem. The odes are lyrical and often address themes of love, friendship, and nature. The epodes are more satirical in tone, and often poke fun at the foibles of society. The satires are longer and more complex, and deal with a wide range of topics, including politics, religion, and morality.Overall, Horace V2: Translated By Philip Francis (1831) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the works of Horace, or in Roman poetry more generally. The translation is faithful to the original text, while also providing a fresh perspective on Horace's timeless themes and ideas.With An Appendix, Containing Translations Of Various Odes, Etc. By Ben Jonson, Cowley, Milton, Dryden, Pope, Addison, Swift, Bentley, Chatterton, G. Wakefield, Porson, Byron, Etc., And By Some Of The Most Eminent Poets Of The Present Day.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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