Conjectural Emendations Of Passages In Ancient Authors: With Other Poems (1883)

By Christopher Wordsworth

Book Overview

Conjectural Emendations Of Passages In Ancient Authors: With Other Poems is a book written by Christopher Wordsworth and published in 1883. The book is a collection of poems and essays that explore the author's fascination with ancient literature and his desire to improve upon the works of the great writers of antiquity. The title of the book refers to the practice of making educated guesses, or conjectures, about the meaning of certain passages in ancient texts that may have been corrupted or lost over time. Wordsworth's interest in this practice is evident in several of the essays included in the book, which offer his own conjectural emendations of various passages from Greek and Latin authors such as Homer, Virgil, and Horace.In addition to these essays, the book also contains a number of original poems written by Wordsworth. These poems cover a variety of topics, from nature and the seasons to historical events and figures. Many of the poems reflect the author's deep appreciation for classical literature and his desire to emulate the style and themes of the ancient poets.Overall, Conjectural Emendations Of Passages In Ancient Authors: With Other Poems is a fascinating glimpse into the mind of a scholar and poet who was deeply influenced by the works of the ancient Greeks and Romans. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in classical literature, poetry, or the history of ideas.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: 1166429385
• ISBN13: 9781166429386
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 94 Pages
• Weight: 0.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"