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Translations From Prudentius: A Selection From His Works, Rendered in English Verse With an Introduction and Notes (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Delve into Prudentius through English verse renderings, paired with a scholarly introduction and notes that illuminate late antique faith and culture.
This edition collects carefully rendered hymns and poems, framed by an introduction that places Prudentius in the shifting world of pagan and Christian Rome. The editor explains the manuscript sources, the verse form, and the historical context that shaped these works, making a classic voice accessible to modern readers.
The contents blend translations of key pieces with a substantial apparatus: introductory essays, textual notes, and selections that showcase the poet’s religious imagination, rhetorical skill, and the era’s religious transitions. A frontispiece and scholarly commentary accompany the translations to guide study and appreciation.
- Meaningful selections from Prudentius’s hymns and devotional pieces rendered in English verse.
- An expanded introduction on his life, times, and the cultural shifts from paganism to Christianity.
- Editorial notes comparing manuscripts and readings, with context for the poems’ structure and style.
- Additional notes and apparatus that aid study of late antique religious literature.
Ideal for readers of classical poetry, church history, and late antiquity looking for accessible verse and thoughtful scholarly guidance.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a varied translation selection and insightful examination of Prudentius, a Christian poet of the 4th century AD. It is a valuable resource for scholars and general readers alike, offering a comprehensive overview of his literary achievements and their significance within the context of Late Antiquity. This book's comprehensive introduction offers a captivating exploration of the life and times of Prudentius. It examines the state of society, religious feeling, and the broader historical and literary landscape of his era. The book delves into themes of faith, martyrdom, and the intersection of Christianity with Paganism, providing insights into the beliefs and practices of the early Christian Church. This book also examines Prudentius' unique poetic style, exploring issues of language, metre, and his role as a literary figure. It sheds light on his contributions to Christian hymnography and the development of Christian literature in the West. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780259418658_0
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