Alfred John Church

Stories From Livy (eBook, ePUB)

Captivating Tales of Ancient Rome's Legendary Past

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

Alfred John Church's 'Stories From Livy' is a captivating collection that adapts episodes from the ancient Roman historian Livy's monumental work, 'Ab Urbe Condita.' Church, known for his engaging retellings of historical events, expertly crafts these tales with a focus on vibrant characters and dramatic narrative. His seamless blend of historical fact and creative storytelling provides readers with a vivid depiction of Rome's legendary past. This book serves as an excellent introduction to Livy's original work, offering a more accessible version that appeals to a wide audience. The prose is clear and concise, making it ideal for both casual readers and history enthusiasts alike. Church's ability to bring ancient history to life through captivating storytelling sets this book apart. Readers will find themselves immersed in the tumultuous world of ancient Rome, filled with political intrigue, military conquests, and larger-than-life figures. 'Stories From Livy' is a must-read for anyone interested in Roman history and classical literature, offering a compelling glimpse into the rich tapestry of the past.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 968
• Erscheinungstermin: 27. November 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664612595
• Artikelnr.: 58501163

Autorenporträt

Alfred John Church (1829-1912) was a renowned English classical scholar and author, particularly known for his translations of works from ancient Latin into accessible English prose for younger readers. His literary style was marked by a clarity and lividity, which made the ancient world come alive to the Victorian-era audiences. Church held a master's degree from Lincoln College, Oxford, and later became a professor of Latin at University College, London, before his appointment as headmaster of the Royal Grammar School, Henley-on-Thames. Church's extensive work includes not only 'Stories From Livy,' which retells the history of early Rome with an emphasis on moral lessons and dramatic narrative, but also adaptations of Homer's epics and 'Roman Life in the Days of Cicero.' He aimed to make the classics more approachable for the expanding reading public and educational institutions. His translations and retellings were widely acclaimed for maintaining the spirit of the originals while being highly readable, ensuring they became staples in education and the private libraries of Victorian England. Alfred John Church's contributions to the popularization of classical literature have been long-lasting, remaining relevant for both scholarly study and enjoyment of the classics in the modern era.