Aeneid I, Vol. 1: Introduction and Text (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

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9780267145225: Aeneid I, Vol. 1: Introduction and Text (Classic Reprint)

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Sketch of Virgil's life - Origin and design of the Aeneid as a national epic. - Its twofold Object. - Pervading idea of destiny, as shown in the First Book - Legends of Aeneas and the Trojans in Homer and early traditions - General summary Of the Aeneid. - Virgil's journey to Greece and premature death.

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