Publisher's Synopsis
The First Book of Horace's Satires is a collection of satirical poems written by the ancient Roman poet Horace. Originally published in 1842, this edition features a translation of Horace's work by the English poet and translator John Conington.The satires cover a range of topics, including the follies of contemporary Roman society, the dangers of ambition and greed, and the importance of living a simple, virtuous life. Horace's wit and humor are on full display throughout, as he uses irony and sarcasm to skewer the various vices and foibles of his fellow citizens.In addition to the translated text of the satires themselves, this edition also includes a detailed introduction by Conington, providing context and background information on Horace's life and work. This makes the book an excellent resource for anyone interested in ancient Roman literature and culture.Overall, The First Book of Horace's Satires is a fascinating and entertaining read, offering a glimpse into the mind of one of the greatest poets of the ancient world.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.
