The Epigrams Of Marcus Valerius Martial: In Twelve Books (1782) - Paperback

by Marcus Valerius Martial (Author), James Elphinston (Foreword by)

The Epigrams of Marcus Valerius Martial: In Twelve Books (1782) is a collection of epigrams by the Roman poet Marcus Valerius Martial. The book is divided into twelve sections, each containing a different set of epigrams. These epigrams are short, witty poems that often satirize the social and political life of ancient Rome. They cover a wide range of topics, from love and sex to food and drink, and are written in a variety of styles, including satire, parody, and praise. The book was originally written in Latin, but this edition has been translated into English to make it accessible to a wider audience. The translator has also provided extensive notes and commentary to help readers understand the historical and cultural context of the epigrams. Overall, The Epigrams of Marcus Valerius Martial is a fascinating glimpse into the world of ancient Rome, as seen through the eyes of one of its most talented poets.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.