ISBN: 9780282154776 - Fontes Prosae Numerosae (classic Reprint) (3 results)

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

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

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a comprehensive study of the metrical element in Latin prose, tracing its origins from Greek sources and examining its development through the major authors of the Roman Republic and Empire. The author traces the evolution of the practice from its simple beginnings, through its development as an art form, to its peak in the speeches of Cicero. The book analyzes various metrical elements, discusses the different forms used, and looks at how these elements contribute to the overall effectiveness of the orator's delivery. By examining the works of orators such as Cicero, Demosthenes, and others, the book elucidates the importance of metrical language in shaping Latin prose style. This book will be of interest to readers interested in the history of Latin literature and oratory. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…