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Ovid: The Art of Love, and Other Poems
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ISBN13: 9781025891347
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 412
Weight: 1.27
Height: 0.84 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Art of Love, and Other Poems is a celebrated collection of classical verse by the renowned Roman poet Ovid. At the heart of this volume is the Ars Amatoria (The Art of Love), a masterpiece of didactic poetry that offers a witty, sophisticated, and often provocative guide to the intricacies of courtship, seduction, and romantic relationships in ancient Rome. Written with a blend of humor and technical mastery, Ovid provides advice for both men and women on how to find, win, and keep a lover, painting a vivid picture of the social life and mores of the Augustan age.
In addition to this famous instructional work, the collection includes other significant poems such as The Remedies for Love (Remedia Amoris), which provides counsel on overcoming heartbreak, and the elegiac Nux (The Walnut Tree). Through these verses, Ovid explores the complexities of human emotion and the artifice of social interaction. This volume stands as a testament to Ovid's enduring influence on Western literature, showcasing his lyrical brilliance, psychological insight, and the playful elegance that has captivated readers for centuries. It remains an essential work for those interested in classical mythology, Latin literature, and the timeless nature of romance.
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