Roman Life In Latin Prose And Verse: Illustrative Readings From Latin Literature (1894)

By Harry Thurston Peck and editors Peck, Harry Thurston and Robert Arrowsmith

Book Overview

Roman Life in Latin Prose and Verse: Illustrative Readings from Latin Literature is a book written by Harry Thurston Peck and originally published in 1894. The book is a collection of readings from various Latin literature pieces that aim to give readers a glimpse into the daily life of ancient Romans. The readings are presented in both prose and verse form, and cover a wide range of topics such as religion, politics, social customs, and daily routines. The book features works from famous Latin authors such as Cicero, Virgil, and Ovid, as well as lesser-known writers. In addition to the readings, the book also includes helpful notes and commentary from the author, providing historical context and explanations of unfamiliar terms and concepts. The book is intended for students of Latin and Roman history, as well as anyone interested in learning more about ancient Roman culture. Overall, Roman Life in Latin Prose and Verse is a valuable resource for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of Roman life and culture through the lens of literature.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: 1164893807
• ISBN13: 9781164893806
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 262 Pages
• Weight: 0.78 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"