Arnold's Eclogae Ovidianae (1849)

By Ovid

Book Overview

Arnold's Eclogae Ovidianae is a book that features a collection of poems written by the ancient Roman poet Ovid. The poems are in the form of eclogues, which are a type of pastoral poetry that typically depicts the lives of shepherds and their surroundings. The book was edited and translated by Thomas Kerchever Arnold in 1849, and it includes a total of 24 eclogues. Each eclogue is written in Latin and is accompanied by a translation into English. The poems cover a range of topics, including love, nature, and mythology. Many of the eclogues feature Ovid's signature wit and clever wordplay, as well as his ability to create vivid and engaging characters. Arnold's Eclogae Ovidianae is a valuable resource for scholars and students of classical literature, as well as anyone interested in the works of Ovid. The book provides a comprehensive and accessible introduction to Ovid's eclogues, and it is a testament to the enduring appeal of his poetry.With Copious Notes, Critical And Explanatory.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166435040
• ISBN13: 9781166435042
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 116 Pages
• Weight: 0.36 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"