Classical Love Poetry
Book Details
Format
Paperback / Softback
ISBN-10
0714122807
ISBN-13
9780714122809
Publisher
British Museum Press
Imprint
British Museum Press
Country of Manufacture
GB
Country of Publication
GB
Publication Date
Jan 28th, 2013
Print length
96 Pages
Weight
294 grams
Dimensions
18.90 x 15.60 x 0.90 cms
Product Classification:
Poetry anthologies (various poets)
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Offers short poems and extracts from the Classical tradition, by authors including Virgil, Homer, Catullus, Horace, Sappho and Ovid, and illustrates them with the finest Classical and classically inspired pieces from the British Museums extensive collection. This title explores of the treasures of Classical literature and art.
From the darkly erotic poetry of Sappho to the bawdy advice of Ovid, love is a ubiquitous theme in Classical poetry. This newly revised edition collects the best short poems and extracts from the Classical tradition, by authors including Virgil, Homer, Catullus, Horace, Sappho and Ovid, and illustrates them with the finest Classical and classically inspired pieces from the British Museum’s extensive collection. With an engaging and informative introduction on love in Classical poetry and a short biographical note on each of the poets covered, Classical Love Poetry is a delightful exploration of the treasures of Classical literature and art that will be equally appreciated by aficionados and those coming to the poems for the first time.
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