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Title:
The Poems and Fragments of Catullus
Translated in the Metres of the Original
Note: Reading ease score: 67.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Produced by Melissa Er-Raqabi, Ted Garvin, Taavi Kalju and
the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at
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Summary: "The Poems and Fragments of Catullus" by Gaius Valerius Catullus is a collection of classical poetry likely written in the 1st century BC. The work offers a rich tapestry of themes ranging from love and desire to loss and lamentation, showcasing the emotional depth and wit of the poet. Catullus himself emerges as a central figure who navigates the complexities of human relationships, particularly in the context of romantic entanglements. The opening of this collection introduces readers to Catullus’s poetic style and themes through various poems. The initial segments address a new volume of his work, the beloved sparrow of his mistress, and love’s joy entwined with suffering, setting the tone for a mix of fleeting happiness and deep sorrow. The poet expresses longing and nostalgia as he recounts experiences with his beloved, Lesbia, while simultaneously contemplating mortality and the passing of time. Each poem captures a moment of reflection, inviting the reader into Catullus’s intimate world filled with laughter, anguish, and poignant observations on love and loss. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Catullus, Gaius Valerius, 84? BCE-54 BCE
Translator: Ellis, Robinson, 1834-1913
EBook No.: 18867
Published: Jul 19, 2006
Downloads: 287
Language: English
Subject: Rome -- Poetry
Subject: Catullus, Gaius Valerius -- Translations into English
Subject: Love poetry, Latin -- Translations into English
Subject: Epigrams, Latin -- Translations into English
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
The Poems and Fragments of Catullus
Translated in the Metres of the Original
Note: Reading ease score: 67.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by Melissa Er-Raqabi, Ted Garvin, Taavi Kalju and
the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at
http:
//www.pgdp.net
Summary: "The Poems and Fragments of Catullus" by Gaius Valerius Catullus is a collection of classical poetry likely written in the 1st century BC. The work offers a rich tapestry of themes ranging from love and desire to loss and lamentation, showcasing the emotional depth and wit of the poet. Catullus himself emerges as a central figure who navigates the complexities of human relationships, particularly in the context of romantic entanglements. The opening of this collection introduces readers to Catullus’s poetic style and themes through various poems. The initial segments address a new volume of his work, the beloved sparrow of his mistress, and love’s joy entwined with suffering, setting the tone for a mix of fleeting happiness and deep sorrow. The poet expresses longing and nostalgia as he recounts experiences with his beloved, Lesbia, while simultaneously contemplating mortality and the passing of time. Each poem captures a moment of reflection, inviting the reader into Catullus’s intimate world filled with laughter, anguish, and poignant observations on love and loss. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Catullus, Gaius Valerius, 84? BCE-54 BCE
Translator: Ellis, Robinson, 1834-1913
EBook No.: 18867
Published: Jul 19, 2006
Downloads: 287
Language: English
Subject: Rome -- Poetry
Subject: Catullus, Gaius Valerius -- Translations into English
Subject: Love poetry, Latin -- Translations into English
Subject: Epigrams, Latin -- Translations into English
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.