Vergil: A Biography - Couverture souple

Tenney Frank

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 9363605620 ISBN 13 : 9789363605626

Editeur : Zinc Read, 2024

Synopsis

The book begins by detailing Virgil’s early life in the region of Mantua, his education, and his early forays into poetry. Frank explores the literary and cultural environment of ancient Rome, shedding light on the political and social dynamics that shaped Virgil’s work. The biography delves into the poet's relationships with notable figures of his time, including the emperor Augustus, and examines how these connections influenced his writings and literary ambitions. Frank provides in-depth analyses of Virgil’s major works, discussing their themes, styles, and significance within the Roman literary canon. He highlights the complexity of Virgil’s characters and the moral and philosophical questions posed in his poetry. Throughout the biography, Frank emphasizes Virgil's enduring legacy and the impact of his work on subsequent literature and culture. Vergil: A Biography serves as both a tribute to the poet's genius and a scholarly resource for understanding the life and times of one of antiquity's most celebrated literary figures.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Zinc Read
• Date d'édition: 2024
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 9363605620
• ISBN 13: 9789363605626
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 121
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible