''The Birds of the Latin Poets'' by Ernest Whitney Martin is a comprehensive book that explores the role of birds in Latin poetry. The author analyzes various Latin poets, including Virgil, Ovid, and Horace, and examines how they used birds as symbols, metaphors, and themes in their works. The book covers a wide range of topics, including bird behavior, habitat, and mythology, and provides detailed descriptions of various bird species mentioned in Latin poetry. The author also discusses the cultural significance of birds in ancient Rome and how they were viewed as symbols of power, freedom, and divinity. With its detailed analysis and engaging writing, ''The Birds of the Latin Poets'' is an essential read for anyone interested in Latin poetry, bird symbolism, or ancient Roman culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.