Epigrammata, Volume 1
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This is Volume 1 of the collected "Epigrammata" of Marcus Valerius Martialis, known in English as Martial, a 1st-century Roman poet from Hispania (modern Spain). Martial is known for his witty and often satirical epigrams, short poems typically written as couplets or quatrains. These epigrams offer vivid snapshots of Roman daily life, social customs, and personalities during the reigns of the emperors Domitian, Nerva, and Trajan. The poems cover a wide range of subjects, from food and drink to fashion, gossip, and philosophical reflections. Martial's epigrams are notable for their sharp wit, keen observations, and sometimes bawdy humor. They provide valuable insights into the social and cultural milieu of ancient Rome and have been admired and imitated by poets for centuries.
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