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Title: Catulli Carmina
Note: Reading ease score: 58.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary: "Catulli Carmina" by Gaius Valerius Catullus and Robinson Ellis is a collection of poems written in the late Roman Republic period. This work showcases the literary artistry of Catullus, exploring themes of love, friendship, and politics through vivid and emotional language. The collection is notable for its personal tone and intimate reflections on relationships, often infused with humor and sharp wit. The opening of "Catulli Carmina" presents a variety of verses that introduce the reader to Catullus’ poetic voice, characterized by its emotional depth and playful nature. The first poem speaks directly to his friend Cornelius, offering a delicate gift of poetry while reflecting on the value of his work. Subsequent poems demonstrate a breadth of emotions, from playful musings about love and desire to profound expressions of grief over the death of a beloved pet sparrow. This blend of personal sentiment and universal themes invites readers into Catullus’ world, marking the beginning of an exploration into the complexities of human emotion and interaction that permeate his poetry. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Catullus, Gaius Valerius, 84? BCE-54 BCE
Author: Ellis, Robinson, 1834-1913
EBook No.: 23294
Published: Nov 2, 2007
Downloads: 181
Language: Latin
Subject: Poetry
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Catulli Carmina
Note: Reading ease score: 58.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by Louise Hope, David Starner and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http:
//www.pgdp.net
Summary: "Catulli Carmina" by Gaius Valerius Catullus and Robinson Ellis is a collection of poems written in the late Roman Republic period. This work showcases the literary artistry of Catullus, exploring themes of love, friendship, and politics through vivid and emotional language. The collection is notable for its personal tone and intimate reflections on relationships, often infused with humor and sharp wit. The opening of "Catulli Carmina" presents a variety of verses that introduce the reader to Catullus’ poetic voice, characterized by its emotional depth and playful nature. The first poem speaks directly to his friend Cornelius, offering a delicate gift of poetry while reflecting on the value of his work. Subsequent poems demonstrate a breadth of emotions, from playful musings about love and desire to profound expressions of grief over the death of a beloved pet sparrow. This blend of personal sentiment and universal themes invites readers into Catullus’ world, marking the beginning of an exploration into the complexities of human emotion and interaction that permeate his poetry. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Catullus, Gaius Valerius, 84? BCE-54 BCE
Author: Ellis, Robinson, 1834-1913
EBook No.: 23294
Published: Nov 2, 2007
Downloads: 181
Language: Latin
Subject: Poetry
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.