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A Poetic Calendar
Paperback
Medieval & Renaissance HistoryFiction AnthologiesGeneral Poetry
ISBN13: 9781025912523
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 78
Weight: 0.27
Height: 0.16 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
A Poetic Calendar is an elegant scholarly translation by Robert Belle Burke that presents a medieval Latin poetic exploration of the year. The work serves as a literary bridge, connecting the rhythmic traditions of classical verse with the structured observation of time and the seasons. Through evocative imagery and precise language, the text delves into the cyclical nature of the months, religious observances, and historical milestones that defined the medieval worldview.
Burke's translation captures the sophistication of the original Latin while making the content accessible to contemporary readers. The book is a valuable resource for those interested in medieval studies, classical linguistics, and the history of timekeeping. By focusing on the intersection of poetry and the calendar, the work provides unique insights into how historical societies conceptualized their lives, spiritual duties, and the natural world within the framework of the year. This work remains a significant contribution to the field of classical and medieval literary translation, preserving the lyrical quality of its source material for a modern audience.
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