Lays of Ancient Rome (Classic Reprint): With Illustration, Original and From the Antique, Drawn on Wood: With Illustration, Original and from the Antique, Drawn on Wood (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Relive legendary battles and ancient Rome through verse and wood-engraved illustrations. This edition gathers stirring lays that blend myth, legend, and vivid scenes of a storied republic.
In these poems, readers explore Rome’s early days through dramatic episodes, heroic deeds, and the moods of a people at war and at peace. The collection foregrounds patrician leaders and their soldiers, while weaving in mythic glosses and historical notes to frame the action. Rich illustrations complement the verse, inviting a tactile, immersive experience of the ancient world.
Whether you love epic poetry, classical history, or the art of the ballad, this edition offers a dense tapestry of Rome’s early battles, triumphs, and rites. The intertwining of narrative and context helps readers grasp the tone, scope, and culture of the era.
- Vivid battle verse and dramatic charges that bring military life to the fore.
- Characterful depictions of Roman leaders, soldiers, and citizens in pivotal moments.
- Integrated notes and explanations that illuminate myth, history, and tradition.
- Original wood-engraved illustrations to accompany each laid scene.
Ideal for readers of epic poetry and classical lore, especially those drawn to Rome’s founding myths and formative wars.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating realm of early Roman history, exploring the intriguing connection between historical accounts and the long-lost tradition of Roman ballad poetry. The author contends that many of the captivating tales from Rome's early years, often dismissed as mere legends, may have originated as ancient ballads passed down through generations. The text meticulously examines the evolution of Roman literature, tracing the transition from the vibrant oral tradition of balladry to the more formal written works influenced by Greek models. The author posits that esteemed Roman historians like Livy drew upon these ballads, weaving their dramatic narratives into their historical accounts. Through a comparative analysis of historical texts and the remnants of ballad poetry from various cultures, this book sheds light on the profound influence of oral traditions on the shaping of historical narratives. The author's insightful exploration challenges conventional perspectives on early Roman history, suggesting that the echoes of forgotten ballads resonate within the chronicles of this remarkable civilization. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781330023549_0
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