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P. Papinii Statii Libri quinque Silvarum
Hardcover
LatinAncient History GeneralGeneral Poetry
ISBN13: 9781024172546
Publisher: Hutson Street Press
Published: May 22 2025
Pages: 462
Weight: 1.81
Height: 1.00 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: Latin
P. Papinii Statii Libri quinque Silvarum presents the five books of Statius's Silvae in their original Latin. This edition, likely published in 1826, offers readers a direct engagement with the poetry of Publius Papinius Statius, a prominent figure in first-century Roman literature.
The Silvae, a collection of occasional poems, provides valuable insights into Roman society, culture, and the daily lives of its elite. The poems encompass a range of themes, from celebrations of friendship and mourning of loss to descriptions of villas and artistic achievements. Jeremiah Markland, a noted classical scholar (1693-1776), is associated with this work. This book will appeal to scholars of Latin literature, classicists, and anyone interested in Roman history and culture.
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