The Satires
by Juvenal, Niall Rudd (Translator), William Barr (Introduction by)
ISBN-10: 0199540667
ISBN-13: 9780199540662
$11.95
Book Specs
Binding
UK-Trade Paper
Publisher
Oxford University Press
Published on
Aug 1, 2008
Edition
1st Edition
Dimensions
7.50x0.60x5.00 Inches
Weight
0.47 Pounds
About the Book
Commonly considered the greatest of Roman satirical poets, Juvenal is the author of sixteen satires of Roman society, notable for their pessimism and ironic humor. In this new translation of the Satires, Professor Rudd combines textual accuracy with colorful poetry, vividly conveying Juvenal's gift for evoking a wealth of imagery with a few economical phrases.
About the Series: For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the broadest spectrum of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, voluminous notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more.