Excerpt from Select Poems of Catullus: Edited, With Introductions, Notes, and Appendices
Emmsrms gratitude is due to the notary of Verona who rescued from the dust the sole manuscript, so long lost, of his compatriot Catullus; for, possessing this,1 we possess a diary vividly picturing the life of Rome, just before it was overcast with the grey monotone of Imperialism, in the colours which it wore to the feel in gs of a young Republican, man of the world, and poet. Catullus had many friends who lived and wrote like himself but their works met the fate of the authors, and perished before their time. It is most fortunate for us, therefore, that one has escaped, by a hair's-breadth, the general mortat and it is most fortunate that the survivor is Catullus. For he was especially fitted to represent to us the daily world he lived in, both because his sensibility was singularly pure - embalming its experience in crystal, without stain, shadow, or distortion - and because he belonged 1 Or rather transcripts of it. See Advertisement to Text.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book presents an anthology of poems by the ancient Roman poet Catullus, introducing readers to one of the most influential poets in the Latin language. The author provides a comprehensive analysis of Catullus' work, exploring the historical and literary context of his writings. The book sheds light on Catullus' techniques and themes, such as his use of humor, satire, and love poetry, and examines how these elements contribute to his unique literary voice. Through detailed discussions of Catullus' most famous poems, the book highlights the poet's enduring legacy and the timeless appeal of his verse. This anthology offers a valuable resource for students, scholars, and lovers of poetry, inviting readers to delve into the world of one of the most celebrated poets of antiquity. 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 9781332906178_0
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