Alfred John Church, Bartolomeo Pinelli

Stories From Virgil

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Produktbeschreibung

Journey into the world of Roman mythology with "Stories from Virgil," a captivating adaptation of classic Latin poetry. Alfred J. Church masterfully retells tales from the "Aeneid," bringing the epic scope of Virgil's work to life. Explore themes of heroism, fate, and adventure in this timeless collection. Immerse yourself in stories of ancient civilizations, vividly reimagined for a modern audience. As both classic literature and epic poetry, these narratives resonate with power and enduring appeal. Discover why Virgil's work has captivated readers for centuries. "Stories from Virgil" offers an accessible entry point into one of the cornerstones of Western literature, preserving the grandeur and drama of the original text. A meticulously prepared print republication. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 148
• Erscheinungstermin: 28. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 8mm
• Gewicht: 218g
• ISBN-13: 9781023168991
• ISBN-10: 1023168995
• Artikelnr.: 74123778

Autorenporträt

Alfred John Church (1829-1912) was an illustrious English classical scholar and writer, renowned for his accessible translations of Latin classics which aimed to enthrall the young Victorian readers. His erudite yet engaging approach facilitated a new appreciation of ancient literature. Church's pedagogical contributions extend notably through his 'Stories from Virgil,' an adaptation of Virgil's 'Aeneid' for a younger audience. In this work, Church retained the epic's magnificence while ensuring its narrative and moral lessons became reachable for students. His literary style was characterized by a narrative fluency that infused life into classical myths and legends, allowing them to resonate with contemporary readers. Church's scholarly endeavors were complemented by a prolific writing career that included not only translations and retellings of classical tales but also original historical novels such as 'The Count of the Saxon Shore.' His ability to straddle the worlds of academia and popular literature set him apart as both a respected academic and a beloved author whose works contributed significantly to the popularization of classical education in the English-speaking world.