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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" tall. x, 599pp. Very good hardcover in good dust-jacket. Dust-jacket shows very light general wear, otherwise in great condition. Latin and English text. Pages clean. Binding tight.

Hardcover. Condition: New. Dust Jacket Condition: New. 599 pages.

Hardcover. Condition: New. 1st Edition. First edition, first printing. Selected and edited with an introduction by J P Sullivan and Peter Whigham. New book.

hardcover. Condition: Very Good. With very good dust jacket. Very Good hardcover with light shelfwear - NICE! Standard-sized.

hardcover. Condition: New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title.

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. 6-3/16" x 9-1/4", xi + 599pp. Printed on alkaline paper and bound in sewn signatures in tan cloth boards with title block stamped in gilt on spine. Minor edge wear, shelf wear to jacket. Binding is square and tight. Pages are clean and bright and unmarked.…

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good+. Faint edgewear to DJ with very minor chipping.; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; 609 pages.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Condition: New. In English.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Jacket a little sunned around spine & at top edge.

Condition: New.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Condition: New. In English.

Condition: New.

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 616 pages. 9.00x6.00x1.54 inches. In Stock.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Condition: New. KlappentextThis title is part of UC Press s Voices Revived program, which commemorates University of California Press s mission to seek out and cultivate the brightest minds and give them voice, reach, and impact. Drawing on a backlist d.

Gebunden. Condition: New.

Hardcover. Condition: Brand New. 616 pages. 9.00x6.00x1.50 inches. In Stock.

Hardback. Condition: New. Epigrams of Martial Englished by Divers Hands offers a comprehensive exploration of one of the most influential Roman poets, providing a selection of his sharp, satirical, and often provocative works. Martial, known for his witty and biting commentary on the social, political, and sexual norms of ancient Rome, is celebrated for his ability to encapsulate the essence of Roman life in short, concise epigrams. The book includes both original Latin texts and various English translations that showcase Martial's literary genius, offering readers a glimpse into the complexities of Roman society through humor, satire, and occasional obscenity. These epigrams reveal Martial's views on everything from the decadent lifestyles of the elite to the struggles of slaves, making his work a fascinating snapshot of the ancient world. This edition of Epigrams of Martial Englished by Divers Hands also highlights the lasting influence of his work on English literature, particularly in the 16th and 17th centuries, when poets like Ben Jonson and Robert Herrick drew inspiration from his sharp wit and concise form. Featuring a rich collection of translations from various time periods, the book provides a unique insight into Martial's impact on poetic tradition, demonstrating how his themes of social criticism, flattery, and humor continue to resonate across generations. The thoughtful selection of epigrams and their accompanying translations offer both scholars and casual readers a deeper appreciation of Martial's wit and his significant place in the canon of classical literature. This title is part of UC Press's Voices Revived program, which commemorates University of California Press's mission to seek out and cultivate the brightest minds and give them voice, reach, and impact. Drawing on a backlist dating to 1893, Voices Revived makes high-quality, peer-reviewed scholarship accessible once again using print-on-demand technology. This title was originally published in 1987. …

Hardback. Condition: New. Epigrams of Martial Englished by Divers Hands offers a comprehensive exploration of one of the most influential Roman poets, providing a selection of his sharp, satirical, and often provocative works. Martial, known for his witty and biting commentary on the social, political, and sexual norms of ancient Rome, is celebrated for his ability to encapsulate the essence of Roman life in short, concise epigrams. The book includes both original Latin texts and various English translations that showcase Martial's literary genius, offering readers a glimpse into the complexities of Roman society through humor, satire, and occasional obscenity. These epigrams reveal Martial's views on everything from the decadent lifestyles of the elite to the struggles of slaves, making his work a fascinating snapshot of the ancient world. This edition of Epigrams of Martial Englished by Divers Hands also highlights the lasting influence of his work on English literature, particularly in the 16th and 17th centuries, when poets like Ben Jonson and Robert Herrick drew inspiration from his sharp wit and concise form. Featuring a rich collection of translations from various time periods, the book provides a unique insight into Martial's impact on poetic tradition, demonstrating how his themes of social criticism, flattery, and humor continue to resonate across generations. The thoughtful selection of epigrams and their accompanying translations offer both scholars and casual readers a deeper appreciation of Martial's wit and his significant place in the canon of classical literature. This title is part of UC Press's Voices Revived program, which commemorates University of California Press's mission to seek out and cultivate the brightest minds and give them voice, reach, and impact. Drawing on a backlist dating to 1893, Voices Revived makes high-quality, peer-reviewed scholarship accessible once again using print-on-demand technology. This title was originally published in 1987. …

Buch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - Epigrams of Martial Englished by Divers Hands offers a comprehensive exploration of one of the most influential Roman poets, providing a selection of his sharp, satirical, and often provocative works. Martial, known for his witty and biting commentary on the social, political, and sexual norms of ancient Rome, is celebrated for his ability to encapsulate the essence of Roman life in short, concise epigrams. The book includes both original Latin texts and various English translations that showcase Martial's literary genius, offering readers a glimpse into the complexities of Roman society through humor, satire, and occasional obscenity. These epigrams reveal Martial's views on everything from the decadent lifestyles of the elite to the struggles of slaves, making his work a fascinating snapshot of the ancient world. This edition of Epigrams of Martial Englished by Divers Hands also highlights the lasting influence of his work on English literature, particularly in the 16th and 17th centuries, when poets like Ben Jonson and Robert Herrick drew inspiration from his sharp wit and concise form. Featuring a rich collection of translations from various time periods, the book provides a unique insight into Martial's impact on poetic tradition, demonstrating how his themes of social criticism, flattery, and humor continue to resonate across generations. The thoughtful selection of epigrams and their accompanying translations offer both scholars and casual readers a deeper appreciation of Martial's wit and his significant place in the canon of classical literature. This title is part of UC Press's Voices Revived program, which commemorates University of California Press's mission to seek out and cultivate the brightest minds and give them voice, reach, and impact. Drawing on a backlist dating to 1893, Voices Revived makes high-quality, peer-reviewed scholarship accessible once again using print-on-demand technology. This title was originally published in 1987. …