Publisher's Synopsis
The Georgics of Vergil is a classic Latin poem written by the renowned Roman poet Virgil. This book is a comprehensive edition of the poem, providing a running analysis, English notes, and an index to help readers understand and appreciate the work. The Georgics is a didactic poem, focused on the agricultural life and the importance of farming. It is divided into four parts, covering topics such as beekeeping, animal husbandry, and the cultivation of crops. This edition includes a detailed analysis of the poem, explaining its themes, structure, and language. The English notes provide translations of difficult words and phrases, as well as explanations of cultural references and historical context. The index allows readers to easily navigate the poem and find specific passages or topics. Overall, this edition of The Georgics of Vergil is a valuable resource for students, scholars, and anyone interested in classical literature and the history of agriculture.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.
