Virgil in Relation to the Place of Rome in the History of Civilization: A Lecture Given to Oxford University Extension Students (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Herbert Warren

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0332177076 ISBN 13: 9780332177076

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Virgil in Relation to the Place of Rome in the History of Civilization offers a concise, engaging look at Virgil as a bridge between ancient and modern civilization.

Through the life, works, and influence of Rome’s supreme poet, the book explores how his poems reflect politics, philosophy, and the natural world, shaping ideas that echo to this day.

This lecture traces Virgil’s upbringing, his friendships, and the historical tides that shaped his writing. It explains how the Eclogues, Georgics, and the Aeneid blend observation with imagination, and how Virgil’s thought on soul, nature, and empire influenced later writers and thinkers.

• How Virgil learned from Greek and Roman sources and made them his own
• Why his poetry is described as both highly crafted and deeply mystical
• How his work links Pagan and Christian ideas in Western culture
• Connections between Virgil’s Italy and broader history and civilization

Ideal for readers of classical literature, history, and poetry who want a clear guide to Virgil’s world and lasting impact.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0332177076
• ISBN 13: 9780332177076
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 42