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The bite and wit of two of antiquity's best satirists are captured here in a new Loeb Classical Library edition, a vivid and vigorous translation facing the Latin text. Persius (34-62 CE) and Juvenal (writing maybe 60 years later) were heirs to the style of Latin verse satire developed by Lucilius and Horace, a tradition mined in Susanna Braund's introduction and notes. Her notes also give guidance to the literary and historical allusions that pepper Persius's and Juvenal's satirical poems--which were clearly aimed at a sophisticated urban audience. Both poets adopt the mask of an angry man, and sharp criticism of the society in which they live is combined with flashes of sardonic humor in their satires. Whether targeting common and uncommon vices, the foolishness of prayers, the abuse of power by emperors and the Roman elite, the folly and depravity of Roman wives, or decadence, materialism, and corruption, their tone is generally one of righteous indignation. Juvenal and Persius are seminal as well as stellar figures in the history of satirical writing. Juvenal especially had a lasting influence on English writers of the Renaissance and succeeding centuries.
and Persius, translated by William Gifford, is a collection of satirical poems written by two ancient Roman authors. The book contains a literal translation of each poem, making it accessible to students who may not be familiar with the language or the cultural references. Juvenal and Persius both wrote about the society and politics of their time, using humor and irony to criticize the corruption and moral decay they saw around them. The book includes notes and commentary to help readers understand the context and significance of each poem. This edition was originally published in 1829, and is still considered a valuable resource for those studying Roman literature and history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
and Persius, translated by William Gifford, is a collection of satirical poems written by two ancient Roman authors. The book contains a literal translation of each poem, making it accessible to students who may not be familiar with the language or the cultural references. Juvenal and Persius both wrote about the society and politics of their time, using humor and irony to criticize the corruption and moral decay they saw around them. The book includes notes and commentary to help readers understand the context and significance of each poem. This edition was originally published in 1829, and is still considered a valuable resource for those studying Roman literature and history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.