The Elegies And Epic Poem Of Albius Tibullus (1841)

By Tibullus

Book Overview

The Elegies And Epic Poem Of Albius Tibullus is a collection of poems by the Roman poet Tibullus, originally published in 1841. The book includes both elegies and an epic poem, all written in the elegiac couplet form. The elegies are love poems, often exploring the themes of loyalty, fidelity, and the pain of separation. The epic poem, titled Delia, tells the story of the poet's love for a woman named Delia and his journey to win her heart. Tibullus' work is known for its simplicity, sincerity, and emotional depth, and his influence can be seen in the work of later poets such as Ovid and Catullus. This edition of The Elegies And Epic Poem Of Albius Tibullus includes an introduction and notes by the editor, as well as a glossary of terms and a list of references for further reading.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: 1104738961
• ISBN13: 9781104738969
• Release Date: July 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 300 Pages
• Weight: 0.89 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"