Publisher's Synopsis
The Student's Companion to Latin Authors is a comprehensive guide to the works of Latin authors, written by George Middleton and first published in 1896. The book is designed to help students of Latin literature gain a deeper understanding of the works of major Latin authors such as Virgil, Horace, Ovid, and Cicero. The book begins with an introduction that provides an overview of Latin literature and its historical context. It then goes on to provide detailed analyses of the works of each author, including their style, themes, and literary techniques. Each chapter includes a summary of the author's life and works, as well as a discussion of their significance in the context of Latin literature.In addition to its detailed analyses of individual authors, The Student's Companion to Latin Authors also includes a range of helpful features for students. These include a glossary of key terms, a list of important dates in Latin literature, and a bibliography of further reading. The book also includes a number of sample passages from Latin texts, along with translations and commentary to help readers better understand the language and style of the original texts.Overall, The Student's Companion to Latin Authors is an invaluable resource for anyone studying Latin literature. Its detailed analyses and helpful features make it an essential guide for students looking to deepen their understanding of this rich and complex literary tradition.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.
