Specimens Of Translation And Versification (1851)

By Joseph Hambleton

Book Overview

Specimens of Translation and Versification is a book written by Joseph Hambleton and published in 1851. The book is a collection of translated works and original poetry by Hambleton himself. The translations include works from various languages such as Latin, Greek, French, and Italian. The book is divided into four sections, each containing a different type of translation or original poetry. The first section contains translations of classical works, such as Virgil's Aeneid and Horace's Odes. The second section contains translations of French poetry, including works by Victor Hugo and Alfred de Musset. The third section contains original poetry by Hambleton, written in various forms such as sonnets and ballads. The fourth and final section contains translations of Italian poetry, including works by Dante Alighieri and Petrarch. Overall, Specimens of Translation and Versification is a comprehensive collection of translated works and original poetry that showcases Hambleton's skill as a translator and poet.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: 1164841971
• ISBN13: 9781164841975
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 114 Pages
• Weight: 0.36 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"