Select Elegies, Ed. With Intr., Notes and Appendices by J.P. Postgate

Propertius, Sextus

ISBN 10: 1145500374 / ISBN 13: 9781145500372

Published by Nabu Press, 2010

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Select Elegies, Ed. With Intr., Notes and Appendices by J.P. Postgate
• Publisher: Nabu Press
• Publication Date: 2010
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1145500374
• ISBN 13: 9781145500372
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

This edition of selected elegies by Sextus Propertius, a prominent Latin poet of the Roman era, offers a valuable resource for students and enthusiasts of classical literature. Edited with an insightful introduction, comprehensive notes, and appendices by J.P. Postgate, this volume provides a deep dive into Propertius's poetic craft and the cultural context in which he wrote.

Propertius's elegies explore themes of love, loss, and the complexities of human relationships with a distinctive voice and stylistic flair. This edition enhances understanding and appreciation of Propertius's contributions to Latin literature. Scholars and readers alike will find this carefully annotated collection an invaluable tool for engaging with the enduring beauty and emotional depth of Propertius's poetry.

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About the Author

David R. Slavitt is a member of the faculty at Bennington College and is the author of acclaimed translations of Virgil, Ovid, Seneca, Aeschylus, and Aristophanes, as well as Solomon Ibn Gabirol and the biblical "Book of the Twelve Prophets, "among other translations and many books of poetry.