Publisher's Synopsis
The Complete Works of Gaius Petronius is a collection of the writings of the ancient Roman author, Gaius Petronius. The book includes his most famous work, the Satyricon, a satirical novel that provides a glimpse into the decadent and corrupt world of Imperial Rome. In addition to the Satyricon, the book also contains fragments of other works by Petronius, including his poetry and his treatise on style, De Arte Pingendi. The Complete Works of Gaius Petronius is an important resource for scholars of Roman literature and provides a fascinating insight into the culture and society of ancient Rome. The book is translated into English and includes an introduction by the editor, providing context and historical background to Petronius' works. The edition is also accompanied by footnotes and annotations that provide further information on the text and its historical context. Overall, The Complete Works of Gaius Petronius is a valuable resource for anyone interested in ancient Roman literature and culture.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.
