Publisher's Synopsis
""The Poems of Valerius Catullus, Translated into English Verse: With Life of the Poet, Excursus, and Illustrative Notes"" is a book that was first published in 1867. It is a collection of poems by the ancient Roman poet Catullus, translated into English verse. The book also includes a biography of Catullus, as well as notes and explanations to help readers understand the context and meaning of the poems. The translator of the book is not specified in the title, but it is likely that the translation was done by a scholar or literary figure of the time. The poems themselves cover a wide range of topics, including love, friendship, politics, and satire. They are known for their emotional intensity and vivid imagery, and have had a lasting influence on Western literature. Overall, this book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the poetry of Catullus, as well as the literary and cultural history of ancient Rome.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.
