Author

Publication

1982 - Bristol Classical Press, London, England

Language

English

Word Count

79,250 words, Guess

Page Count

317 pages

Identifiers

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Classifications

  • DDC871/.01
  • LCCPA6393.S8 R8 1982
  • LCCPA6393.S8R8 1982

Description

"'A systematic study of all the Satires, [this book includes] for each Satire an exposition of argument and structure illustrated by pieces of either idiomatic translation of paraphrase, a description ofhistorical and social background, and comments on the quality of the poem ... this happy blend of historical scholarship and literary criticism is aimed at a wide audience.' Michael Coffey, Classical Review."--Bloomsbury Publishing A systematic study of all the Satires, [this book includes] for each Satire an exposition of argument and structure illustrated by pieces of either idiomatic translation of paraphrase, a description ofhistorical and social background, and comments on the quality of the poem .. this happy blend of historical scholarship and literary criticism is aimed at a wide audience.' Michael Coffey, Classical Review

Subjects

Series Statement

  • Bristol classical paperbacks

Other Editions

  • The Satires of HoraceBristol Classical Press1982

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