Horace And His Age: A Study In Historical Background (1917)

By J.F. D'Alton

Book Overview

Horace and His Age: A Study in Historical Background is a book written by John Francis D'alton and published in 1917. The book is a detailed study of the life and works of the Roman poet Horace, as well as the historical and cultural context in which he lived. D'alton delves into the political, social, and literary climate of ancient Rome during the time of Horace, exploring the various influences that shaped the poet's writing. He also examines Horace's relationship with other prominent figures of the time, including Augustus, Virgil, and Maecenas. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of Horace's life and work. D'alton provides extensive analysis of Horace's poetry, exploring the themes, motifs, and literary techniques that characterize his writing. Overall, Horace and His Age: A Study in Historical Background is a comprehensive and insightful study of one of the most important poets of ancient Rome, and is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and literature of the period.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: 1166994457
• ISBN13: 9781166994457
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 308 Pages
• Weight: 0.91 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"