Satyricon

'Satyricon,' attributed to Petronius Arbiter, offers a vivid and often outrageous glimpse into Roman life during the first century AD. This work, surviving only in fragments, is a picaresque novel that follows the misadventures of Encolpius and his companions as they navigate a world of banquets, betrayals, and bizarre encounters. The most famous section, 'Cena Trimalchionis' or 'Trimalchio’s Dinner,' satirizes the vulgar excesses of the nouveau riche.Though incomplete, 'Satyricon' remains a significant work of classical literature, valued for its realistic portrayal of Roman society, its innovative narrative techniques, and its sharp wit. This edition includes fragments discovered in Alba Graeca in 1688, providing as complete a version of the text as possible. It appeals to readers interested in Roman history, classical literature, and the development of the novel form. Petronius’s satirical masterpiece continues to entertain and provoke, offering a timeless commentary on human nature and the follies of society.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 was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.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.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. 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.