P. Ovidi Nasonis Heroides: With the Greek Translation of Planudes [Greek, Ancient (To 1453)]

By Maximus Planudes

This edition presents Ovid's "Heroides" alongside the ancient Greek translation by Maximus Planudes. A foundational text in classical literature, the "Heroides" consists of a series of letters written in verse from the perspective of mythological heroines to their absent lovers or husbands. This volume, meticulously prepared by editors Louis Claude Purser and Arthur Palmer, offers invaluable insights into both Ovid's original Latin and Planudes' interpretation.

Students and scholars of classical literature will appreciate the juxtaposition of the original text with its Greek counterpart, providing a deeper understanding of the work's enduring themes and literary artistry. "P. Ovidi Nasonis Heroides, With the Greek Translation of Planudes" remains an essential resource for anyone studying Ovid, classical poetry, or the reception of classical texts in later periods.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: Greek, Ancient (To 1453)
• ISBN: 1143743911
• ISBN13: 9781143743917
• Release Date: February 2010
• Publisher: Nabu Press
• Length: 618 Pages
• Weight: 1.88 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 6.1" x 9.2"