9780282498658 - A Study of Virgil's Descriptions of Nature (Classic Reprint) de Anderson, Mabel Louise (3 resultados)

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

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

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book is an analysis of various mythical and real-life accounts of life and culture from the ancient world as told by the renowned poet Virgil. First written during the reign of Emperor Augustus, these ancient texts are examined for their descriptions of everything from the natural world to the nature of the gods and methods of divination. Through examining the themes, stories, and character archetypes that are common to these accounts, the author seeks to uncover the greater philosophical truths that can be gleamed from them. Virgil's literary talent and command of language are analyzed for the ways in which they have allowed his work to transcend time, remaining relevant and impactful for centuries. This book will be of interest to those studying literature, history, religion, and mythology. 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.