Ovid: a Very Short Introduction
Download or Read eBook Ovid: a Very Short Introduction PDF written by Llewelyn Morgan and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 2020-09-24 with total page 145 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle.
Author | : Llewelyn Morgan |
Publisher | : Oxford University Press, USA |
Total Pages | : 145 |
Release | : 2020-09-24 |
ISBN-10 | : 9780198837688 |
ISBN-13 | : 0198837682 |
Rating | : 4/5 (88 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Ovid: a Very Short Introduction by : Llewelyn Morgan
Book excerpt: Ovid, wittiest of ancient poets, has been an influential model for writers and artists throughout the ages. Llewelyn Morgan introduces the poet and his works, describing each of his poems in turn, setting them in their social and literary context, and considering the twist of events that led to the exile of Rome's most celebrated artist.