De Arte Amatoria Libri Tres, Volumes 1-2 [Latin]

By Ovid

De Arte Amatoria, also known as The Art of Love, is a series of three books by the Roman poet Ovid. Written in Latin elegiac couplets, the poem offers instruction in the art of seduction and love. Book I advises men on where to find women, how to woo them, and how to keep them. Book II continues with advice on maintaining love, while Book III provides similar guidance for women seeking to attract and keep men.

This edition presents the original Latin text of all three books, providing valuable insights into Roman society, courtship rituals, and Ovid's witty and sophisticated poetic style. A foundational work of classical literature, "De Arte Amatoria" remains relevant for its exploration of love, desire, and human relationships.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: Latin
• ISBN: 1147677549
• ISBN13: 9781147677546
• Release Date: March 2010
• Publisher: Nabu Press
• Length: 284 Pages
• Weight: 0.88 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.1" x 9.2"