| Author |
Virgil, 71 BCE-20 BCE |
| Author |
Lucretius Carus, Titus, 95? BCE-50? BCE |
| Translator |
Stebbing, W. (William), 1832-1926 |
| LoC No. |
19016885
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| Title |
Virgil & Lucretius
Passages translated by William Stebbing
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| Alternate Title |
Virgil and Lucretius
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 81.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Sonya Schermann and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
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| Summary |
"Virgil & Lucretius" by Virgil and Titus Lucretius Carus is a collection of translated poetic passages written in the early 20th century. The compilation showcases the works of two prominent figures in classical literature, focusing on themes like love, nature, and the human condition. Through a blend of mythological narratives and pastoral reflections, the book celebrates the beauty of Italy and the depth of human emotion, primarily through the famous stories of Orpheus and Eurydice as well as Lucretius's philosophical musings. The opening portion begins with the poignant tale of Orpheus and Eurydice, exploring themes of love, loss, and despair. Orpheus, devastated by the untimely death of his bride, embarks on a heartbreaking journey to the underworld to reclaim her. His enchanting music captures the attention of spirits in Hades, leading to a temporary reunion—however, in a tragic turn of events, he loses Eurydice forever when he disobeys the vow of not looking back. This powerful narrative sets the tone for the works that follow, reflecting on the contrasts between joy and sorrow, life and death, while also laying the groundwork for Lucretius's philosophical discussions on life's ephemeral nature. The reading experience combines vivid imagery and deep introspection, inviting readers to engage with both the mythological and philosophical underpinnings of the human experience. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PA: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature
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| Subject |
Latin poetry -- Translations into English
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| Subject |
Virgil -- Translations into English
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| Subject |
Lucretius Carus, Titus -- Translations into English
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
66399 |
| Release Date |
Sep 27, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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