Juvenal: Satires I, III, X

By Juvenal

Book Overview

This introduction to three of Juvenal's satires aims to help intermediate high school or college readers understand the meaning of Juvenal's Latin. Satire I is Juvenal's explanation of why he writes poetry and satire. Satire III discusses why life in Rome has become intolerable. Satire X concerns itself with explaining why most prayers are misguided and, if answered, harmful.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0906515033
• ISBN13: 9780906515037
• Release Date: June 1991
• Publisher: Bristol Classical Press
• Length: 88 Pages
• Weight: 0.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 5.9" x 8.3"