WHY HORACE? A Collection of Interpretations

ANDERSON, William S [editor]

ISBN 10: 0865164177 / ISBN 13: 9780865164178

Published by Bolchazy-Carducci Publishers Inc., Wauconda, Illinois, 1999

About this Item

Horace lived during a period of momentous change in Rome and this is reflected in his poetry. A number of scholars explore the range and depth of his work. Clean and sound with no markings or inscription. 15 x 23cms with 256pp. We regret we are no longer able to ship to Denmark. All profits to Amnesty International.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: WHY HORACE? A Collection of Interpretations
• Publisher: Bolchazy-Carducci Publishers Inc., Wauconda, Illinois
• Publication Date: 1999
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0865164177
• ISBN 13: 9780865164178
• Binding: Soft cover
• Edition: 1st Edition.
• Condition: Very Good
• Dust Jacket Condition: New

About this title

Synopsis

Horace brings a maturity and artistry to his subjects not found elsewhere in Roman poetry. The son of a former slave, Horace brings a new voice to the poetry of his time. In Horace's hands, poetic tropes and standard topics take a new turn: his musings on love and interpretations of the carpe diem theme amuse and amaze readers who thought they'd heard the last word on these subjects. Furthermore, the number of meters Horace used and perfected surpasses those of his poetic predecessors; words in his poems are masterfully placed in mosaic-like, intricate patterns.

Synopsis

In addition to his general introduction, Anderson also introduces each of the twenty-one essays. These introductions capsulize the poems and the author of each essay.