An Essay on Virgil's Æneid (ePub)
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In the profound 'An Essay on Virgil's Æneid,' the reader is escorted through the Latin epic poem that has captivated scholars and artists for over two millennia. Virgil employs a masterful hexameter, weaving a narrative that is at once a heroic journey, a...
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In the profound 'An Essay on Virgil's Æneid,' the reader is escorted through the Latin epic poem that has captivated scholars and artists for over two millennia. Virgil employs a masterful hexameter, weaving a narrative that is at once a heroic journey, a forerunner of Roman imperial propaganda, and an intricate work of Augustan age art. The Æneid chronicles the saga of Aeneas, legendary ancestor of the Romans, from the ashes of Troy to the founding of Lavinium, embedding within its verses the destined emergence of Rome's imperial grandeur. The literary style, embedded with allegories, prophecies, and profound human sentiments, has been meticulously analyzed in this essay, situating Virgil's work within its historical and literary context, illuminating its timeless appeal and the majestic scope of its narrative and thematic ambitions.
Publius Vergilius Maro, known as Virgil, was not merely a poet but a literary artisan whose life's work echoes the political and cultural transformations of his era. Born in the pastoral countryside, his oeuvre progressed to the grandiloquent epic that is the Æneid, a work completed under the aegis of Augustus' reign. This essay posits that Virgil's epic is a culmination of his own life's journey and his response to the rapid changes enveloping the Roman world-a canvas where personal genius meets the intricate demands of state ideology.
The essay is recommended for those who seek to dive deeply into the linchpin of classical literature that is the Æneid. It is an essential read both for seasoned scholars and for new enthusiasts yearning to decipher the layers of myth, history, and philosophy that comprise Virgil's magnum opus. As an exploration of an artist's reflection on destiny, piety, and the mortal pursuit of immortal legacy, 'An Essay on Virgil's Æneid' offers a gateway to understanding not just a poem, but the soul of a culture poised at the threshold of a new epoch.
Publius Vergilius Maro, known as Virgil, was not merely a poet but a literary artisan whose life's work echoes the political and cultural transformations of his era. Born in the pastoral countryside, his oeuvre progressed to the grandiloquent epic that is the Æneid, a work completed under the aegis of Augustus' reign. This essay posits that Virgil's epic is a culmination of his own life's journey and his response to the rapid changes enveloping the Roman world-a canvas where personal genius meets the intricate demands of state ideology.
The essay is recommended for those who seek to dive deeply into the linchpin of classical literature that is the Æneid. It is an essential read both for seasoned scholars and for new enthusiasts yearning to decipher the layers of myth, history, and philosophy that comprise Virgil's magnum opus. As an exploration of an artist's reflection on destiny, piety, and the mortal pursuit of immortal legacy, 'An Essay on Virgil's Æneid' offers a gateway to understanding not just a poem, but the soul of a culture poised at the threshold of a new epoch.
Autoren-Porträt von Publius Vergilius Maro
Publius Vergilius Maro, commonly known as Virgil, was a towering figure in Roman literature, providing substantial works that have influenced Western thought and poetry for centuries. Born on October 15, 70 BCE, near Mantua in northern Italy, Virgil was educated in rhetoric and philosophy. His poetic career began with the 'Eclogues,' a collection of ten pastoral poems, which he likely published around 39-38 BCE. These were followed by the 'Georgics,' a work of four books praising agricultural life, published around 29 BCE. However, Virgil's magnum opus, the 'Aeneid,' for which he is most celebrated, was a national epic that sought to establish Rome's historical and mythological roots, weaving a tale around the Trojan hero Aeneas and the foundation of what would eventually become Rome. Although 'An Essay on Virgil's Aeneid' is often reflecting on Virgil's work rather than by Virgil himself, it signifies the ceaseless scholarly engagement his epic has engendered. His literary style is marked by its beauty, dignity, and richness; his Latin is considered exemplary, even in an age of literary masters. The profound influence of Virgil's work was recognized during his lifetime and has remained an unshakeable constant up to the present day. Dante, in his 'Divine Comedy,' immortalized Virgil as a symbol of human reason and as Dante's guide through Hell and Purgatory, showing the continued reverence for the master poet. Virgil died in 19 BCE, before he completed the final revisions of the 'Aeneid,' a testament to his commitment to his craft and his enduring legacy in the canon of classical literature.
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- Autor: Publius Vergilius Maro
- 2022, 33 Seiten, Englisch
- Übersetzer: Christopher Pitt
- Verlag: DigiCat
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- ISBN-13: 8596547315025
- Erscheinungsdatum: 15.09.2022
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