Latin And English Poems By A Gentleman Of Trinity College, Oxford

By Thomas Gilbert

Book Overview

Latin And English Poems By A Gentleman Of Trinity College, Oxford is a collection of poems written by Benjamin Loveling, a member of Trinity College in Oxford. The book contains a mixture of Latin and English poems, showcasing Loveling's skill in both languages. The poems cover a range of topics, including love, nature, and religion.The collection begins with a preface written by Loveling, in which he explains his motivations for writing the poems and his hopes for their reception. The Latin poems are presented first, followed by the English poems. The Latin poems include a variety of forms, including elegies, odes, and epigrams. The English poems are similarly diverse, with sonnets, ballads, and pastoral poems all represented.Throughout the collection, Loveling demonstrates a mastery of both languages, using them to create intricate and beautiful verse. His poems are often deeply personal, exploring his own emotions and experiences, but they also touch on universal themes that will resonate with readers today.Overall, Latin And English Poems By A Gentleman Of Trinity College, Oxford is a fascinating glimpse into the world of a talented poet in the 18th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of poetry or the literature of this 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: 1163259381
• ISBN13: 9781163259382
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 146 Pages
• Weight: 0.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"