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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.

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: 293

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.

urn:gutenberg:18867:2 2006-07-19T00:00:00+00:00 Public domain in the USA. Ellis, Robinson Catullus, Gaius Valerius en 1
2024-11-10T09:24:47Z The Poems and Fragments of Catullus

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: 293

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.

urn:gutenberg:18867:3 2006-07-19T00:00:00+00:00 Public domain in the USA. Ellis, Robinson Catullus, Gaius Valerius en 1