Publisher's Synopsis
""A Free and Independent Translation of the First and Fourth Books of the Aeneid of Virgil"" is a book that was originally published in 1870. The book is a translation of the first and fourth books of the Aeneid of Virgil, a Latin epic poem that tells the story of Aeneas, a Trojan hero who travels to Italy and becomes the ancestor of the Roman people. The translator of this book has taken a unique approach to the translation, choosing to create a new version that is not bound by the constraints of a literal translation. Instead, the translator has sought to capture the spirit and meaning of the original work, while also making it accessible to modern readers. The result is a fresh, engaging, and highly readable translation that will appeal to both scholars and general readers alike. The book includes an introduction that provides context for the translation, as well as notes and commentary that help readers understand the nuances of the text. Overall, ""A Free and Independent Translation of the First and Fourth Books of the Aeneid of Virgil"" is a valuable addition to any library, and a must-read for anyone interested in classical literature and the epic tradition.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.
