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The Odes Of Horace In A Metrical Paraphrase (1874)

The Odes Of Horace In A Metrical Paraphrase (1874)

Horace / Robert M. Hovenden / Robert MHovenden

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
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Poesía
ISBN:
9781120204493
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''The Odes of Horace in a Metrical Paraphrase'' is a book written by the Roman poet Horace in the year 23 BC. This book contains a collection of 87 poems, or odes, that are written in a variety of meters and styles. The odes are addressed to a variety of people, including friends, patrons, and even gods. This particular edition of the book, published in 1874, is a metrical paraphrase of the original Latin text. This means that the translator has attempted to capture the meaning and spirit of the original poems while also putting them into a form that can be easily understood by English readers. The translator of this edition is unknown, but they have done an admirable job of capturing the essence of Horace’s poetry. The odes cover a wide range of topics, including love, friendship, nature, and the joys of life. They are written in a style that is both elegant and accessible, making them a pleasure to read for anyone interested in classical poetry. Overall, ''The Odes of Horace in a Metrical Paraphrase'' is a beautiful and engaging collection of poems that is sure to delight readers of all ages and backgrounds. Whether you are a student of classical literature or simply someone who enjoys beautiful poetry, this book is well worth your time and attention.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.

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