The Satires, Epistles, and Art of Poetry of Horace - Horace; Conington, John
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Experience the wit and wisdom of Horace in "Satires, Epistles, and Art of Poetry," a cornerstone of classical literature. This collection showcases Horace's mastery of verse satire and his insightful epistles, offering a glimpse into Roman society and thought. Delve into the "Art of Poetry" for Horace's enduring reflections on literary craft. A master of poetic form, Horace's works provide both entertainment and astute social commentary. His satires playfully dissect human foibles, while his epistles explore profound questions of life and art. This collection presents a comprehensive view of…mehr

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Experience the wit and wisdom of Horace in "Satires, Epistles, and Art of Poetry," a cornerstone of classical literature. This collection showcases Horace's mastery of verse satire and his insightful epistles, offering a glimpse into Roman society and thought. Delve into the "Art of Poetry" for Horace's enduring reflections on literary craft. A master of poetic form, Horace's works provide both entertainment and astute social commentary. His satires playfully dissect human foibles, while his epistles explore profound questions of life and art. This collection presents a comprehensive view of Horace's poetic genius, making it an essential addition to any library of classical works. Discover why Horace remains a relevant and influential voice centuries after his time. 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.
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Quintus Horatius Flaccus, known internationally as Horace, is one of the towering figures in Roman literature. Born on December 8, 65 BCE in Venusia in Southern Italy, he came of age during Rome's tumultuous transition from Republic to Empire. Horace was the son of a freedman and progressed from modest beginnings to become one of the leading poets of his time, enjoying the patronage of Maecenas, a confidant and minister to Emperor Augustus. His body of work includes 'The Satires, Epistles, and Art of Poetry of Horace,' which continue to be central texts for the study of classical literature and the culture of the early Roman empire. Although varied in form and topic, Horace's oeuvre is marked by its perspicacious wit, ethical seriousness, and an adroit melding of Greek literary form with the Roman spirit. His 'Ars Poetica,' or 'The Art of Poetry,' offers invaluable insights into the poet's craft and has influenced literary criticism for centuries. As a lyric poet, his 'Odes' and 'Epodes' are masterful explorations of human emotions, politics, and philosophy, employing both subtle humor and deep introspection. Horace's works remain essential reading for their artistic elegance and their commentary on human nature, and his maxims and aphorisms, such as 'carpe diem,' continue to resonate throughout Western culture.