9781331978794 - The Satires of Persius (Classic Reprint): Translated; With an Introduction and Some Notes: Translated; With an Introduction and Some Notes (Classic Reprint) di Hemp... (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a remarkable collection of six satires by the Roman poet Aulus Persius Flaccus, composed during the first century AD. These satires offer a fascinating insight into the moral and literary landscape of ancient Rome, providing a window into the social and cultural norms of the period. Persius's satires are renowned for their wit, erudition, and incisive social commentary. He tackles themes such as hypocrisy, greed, vanity, and the pursuit of virtue, employing a unique and imaginative style that draws inspiration from earlier Roman satire as well as Greek Stoic philosophy. The satires not only criticize the vices of Roman society but also explore profound philosophical questions about the nature of happiness, the importance of self-knowledge, and the search for a meaningful life. Persius's work is characterized by its moral fervor and its unwavering commitment to ethical values, making it a timeless and thought-provoking read for anyone interested in Roman literature, ancient philosophy, or the human condition. 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.