Publisher's Synopsis
The Second Book of Dryden's Aeneid of Virgil is a literary work that was published in 1871. It is a translation of the second book of Virgil's epic poem, Aeneid, which tells the story of the Trojan hero Aeneas and his journey to Italy. In this book, Aeneas and his fellow Trojans are depicted as they flee their burning city and embark on a perilous journey across the sea. The book is written in verse and contains vivid descriptions of battles, storms, and other dramatic events. The translation is credited to John Dryden, a prominent English poet and playwright of the 17th century. The book is a classic example of English literature and a must-read for anyone interested in epic poetry and classical literature.With Explanatory Notes, Exercises In The Analysis Of Sentences, And Memoirs Of Virgil And Dryden.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.