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Servius' Commentary on Virgil's Aeneid: A Rough First English Translation
Paperback
Series: Translations from Mitologia.PT
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Sep 26 2024
Pages: 776
Weight: 2.25
Height: 1.54 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Introducing the First English Translation of Servius' Commentary on Virgil's Aeneid!
This edition presents a rough translation of Servius' insightful commentary, a vital resource for understanding Virgil's epic. As the first translation into English, it aims to make Servius' interpretations accessible to a wider audience.
While this translation is unedited and may contain numerous flaws, it offers readers a glimpse into the thoughts of a 4th or 5th-century grammarian whose work preserves important stories and insights into the Latin epic. This text serves as a foundational tool for students and enthusiasts of the Aeneid, providing a basic understanding of the original commentary.
Please approach this work with an awareness of its imperfections, but also with the understanding that it contributes to the ongoing study of Servius and Virgil's legacy.
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