The Silvae of Statius (Paperback)
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all these other countries) Usually dispatched within 48 hours | |Short Description for The Silvae of Statius Publius Papinius Statius lived from the 40s to the mid-90s AD. In his teens he moved to Rome, and there, some years later, he embarked on his own career in poetry. This title presents an introduction that locates Statius in his historical and literary context, considers the importance of his "Silvae", and presents a brief history of the text.
Full description- Publisher: Indiana University Press
- Published: 01 April 2004
- Format: Paperback 176 pages
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- Categories: Poetry By Individual Poets | Literary Essays | Anthologies (non-poetry) | Ancient History: To C 500 CE | Classical History / Classical Civilisation
- ISBN 13: 9780253216670 ISBN 10: 0253216672
- Sales rank: 1,055,049
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Full description for The Silvae of Statius
Publius Papinius Statius lived from the 40s to the mid-90s AD. Born in Naples, he was the son of a professional poet and teacher. In his teens he moved to Rome, and there, some years later, he embarked on his own career in poetry. Published near the end of his life, the "Silvae" is a collection of witty and engaging occasional poems, but beyond their verbal artistry lies their importance as social documents, contemporary witnesses to the Roman world during the reign of Domitian. The poems open a literary window on the material culture of the age and provide valuable insight into the lives of the Roman elite. Betty Rose Nagle's graceful translation brings the world of Statius alive, making accessible this important literary gem. Her Introduction locates Statius in his historical and literary context, considers the importance of his "Silvae", and gives a brief history of the text.
