Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
EUR 21,58
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Ajouter au panierPaperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating relationship between literary satire and Imperial Rome during the reign of Emperor Domitian. Drawing on Juvenal's groundbreaking work, the author examines the wealth of satirical poetry produced in this era, highlighting its significance as a means of political and social commentary. Through a meticulous analysis of Juvenal's sharp wit and biting observations, the author provides a captivating glimpse into the Roman Empire's moral and ethical landscape. The book explores how satire served as a vehicle for exposing the vices and excesses rampant within the ruling class, offering a unique perspective on the power dynamics and social tensions that shaped this tumultuous period. This in-depth study reveals the profound role that satire played in Roman society, not only as a form of entertainment but also as a tool of resistance and a mirror reflecting the Empire's true nature. By dissecting the techniques, themes, and targets of Juvenal's satire, the author uncovers the ways in which literature became a potent force in shaping the political and cultural landscape of ancient Rome. 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.
Date d'édition : 2025
Vendeur : True World of Books, Delhi, Inde
EUR 28,42
Autre deviseQuantité disponible : 18 disponible(s)
Ajouter au panierLeatherBound. Etat : New. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1803 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Pages: 461 NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 461.
Vendeur : Majestic Books, Hounslow, Royaume-Uni
EUR 55,79
Autre deviseQuantité disponible : 4 disponible(s)
Ajouter au panierEtat : New. Print on Demand pp. 460.