Publisher's Synopsis
The Student's Companion to Latin Authors is a comprehensive guidebook written by George Middleton in 1896. The book is designed to help students of Latin literature better understand and appreciate the works of ancient Roman authors. It provides detailed biographical information about the most important Latin authors, including Virgil, Cicero, Horace, and Ovid, and offers critical analysis of their most famous works.The book is divided into two main sections. The first section provides an overview of Latin literature, including its history, genres, and major themes. It also includes a discussion of the Latin language and its evolution over time. The second section of the book is devoted to individual authors and their works. Each chapter focuses on a specific author and provides a detailed biography, an analysis of their major works, and an overview of their literary style and influence.The Student's Companion to Latin Authors is an essential resource for anyone studying Latin literature. It provides a wealth of information about the most important authors and their works, and offers valuable insights into the literary and cultural context in which they were written. The book is written in clear, accessible language and is suitable for both beginners and advanced students of Latin.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.
