The Works of Horace: Timeless Reflections and Witty Observations in Ancient Roman PoetryGood Press, 19 lis 2019 - 268 Horace's 'The Works of Horace' is a collection of his poetry and essays that showcase his distinctive literary style, characterized by wit, satire, and philosophical reflections. Written during the early days of the Roman Empire, Horace's works explore themes such as love, friendship, and the passage of time, drawing inspiration from the classical Greek poets while also reflecting the values and concerns of his own era. The careful craftsmanship of his language and the underlying moral lessons in his work make Horace a timeless and influential figure in Western literature. The collection includes both his lyric poetry, such as the Odes and Epodes, and his satirical works like the Satires and Epistles, offering readers a comprehensive view of his talent and range as a writer. Horace's keen observations of human nature and society make his works not only entertaining but also thought-provoking and relevant to contemporary readers. Scholars have long admired Horace for his literary skill and insight, recognizing him as a master of poetic form and expression. His unique blend of humor and wisdom continues to captivate audiences across centuries, making 'The Works of Horace' a must-read for anyone interested in the classical tradition and the evolution of poetry. |
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... praise of illustrious Caesar, and yours, through defect of genius. Who with sufficient dignity will describe Mars covered with adamantine coat of mail, or Meriones swarthy with Trojan dust, or the son of Tydeus by the favor of Pallas a ...
... praise of illustrious Caesar, and yours, through defect of genius. Who with sufficient dignity will describe Mars covered with adamantine coat of mail, or Meriones swarthy with Trojan dust, or the son of Tydeus by the favor of Pallas a ...
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... retarded the rapid courses of rivers, and the fleet winds; and was so sweetly persuasive, that he drew along the listening oaks with his harmonious strings. But what can I sing prior to the usual praises of the Sire, who governs.
... retarded the rapid courses of rivers, and the fleet winds; and was so sweetly persuasive, that he drew along the listening oaks with his harmonious strings. But what can I sing prior to the usual praises of the Sire, who governs.
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Timeless Reflections and Witty Observations in Ancient Roman Poetry Horace. prior to the usual praises of the Sire, who governs the affairs of men and gods; who [governs] the sea, the earth, and the whole world with the vicissitudes of ...
Timeless Reflections and Witty Observations in Ancient Roman Poetry Horace. prior to the usual praises of the Sire, who governs the affairs of men and gods; who [governs] the sea, the earth, and the whole world with the vicissitudes of ...
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... an applause was given to you in the amphitheatre, that the banks of your ancestral river, together with the cheerful echo of the Vatican mountain, returned your praises. You [when you are at home] will drink the Caecuban, and.
... an applause was given to you in the amphitheatre, that the banks of your ancestral river, together with the cheerful echo of the Vatican mountain, returned your praises. You [when you are at home] will drink the Caecuban, and.
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... praise her that rejoices in the rivers, and the thick groves, which project either from the cold Algidus, or the gloomy woods of Erymanthus, or the green Cragus. Ye boys, extol with equal praises Apollo's Delos, and his shoulder adorned ...
... praise her that rejoices in the rivers, and the thick groves, which project either from the cold Algidus, or the gloomy woods of Erymanthus, or the green Cragus. Ye boys, extol with equal praises Apollo's Delos, and his shoulder adorned ...
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THE FIRST BOOK OF THE ODES OF HORACE | |
THE THIRD BOOK OF THE ODES OF HORACE | |
THE FOURTH BOOK OF THE ODES OF HORACE | |
THE BOOK OF THE EPODES OF HORACE | |
THE FIRST BOOK OF THE SATIRES OF HORACE | |
The Works of Horace | |
THE SECOND BOOK OF THE SATIRES OF HORACE | |
ODE I | |
THE FIRST BOOK OF THE EPISTLES OF HORACE | |
THE SECOND BOOK OF THE EPISTLES OF HORACE | |
ODE II | |
HORACES BOOK UPON THE ART OF POETRY | |
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