Classic and pre-20th century poetry Books

The Odes, Satyrs, and Epistles of Horace is a collection of poems by the Roman poet Horace. This edition features a translation by Thomas Creech that has been praised for its accuracy and readability.This work has been selected by scholars as being...

A collection of Roman poetry, carefully selected for use in schools. Featuring works by Catull, Tibull, Properz, and Ovid, this book offers a fascinating insight into the literary culture of ancient Rome.This work has been selected by scholars as being...

A classic of French literature, La Henriade is an epic poem that tells the story of the life of Henry IV of France, with a focus on his military and political accomplishments. Voltaire's witty and satirical style is on full display in this poem, which...

This volume contains letters and poems by Gaius Sollius Modestus Apollinaris Sidonius, a prominent late Roman poet and bishop. The work offers a valuable glimpse into the culture and politics of late antiquity.This work has been selected by scholars as...

One of the most celebrated epic poems ever written, The Odyssey is a timeless tale of loyalty, betrayal, and perseverance. Alexander Pope's translation adds a unique and poetic flavor to the classic hero's journey. Included in this edition is the ancient...

This book is a complete collection of the works of the late Roman poet Claudius Claudianus, including his epic poems, panegyrics, and occasional verse. It is a tour de force of Latin poetry, combining elegance, erudition, and rhetorical skill. It is also...

The Iliad is one of the greatest works of literature in human history, and this edition, annotated by William Cullen Bryant, provides valuable context and insights into this epic poem. Set against the backdrop of the Trojan War, the Iliad tells the story...

This epic poem tells the story of the Scottish Wars of Independence, chronicling the exploits of Robert the Bruce and William Wallace as they led their countrymen against English domination. Written in Middle Scots by the court poet John Barbour, The...

Una delle opere letterarie più significative della cultura occidentale, l'Iliade di Omero è un poema epico che narra le vicende della Guerra di Troia. Con la sua scrittura potente ed evocativa, Homer ci trasporta in un mondo antico, pieno di eroi e dei...

The Vision and the Creed of Piers Ploughman is a medieval allegorical poem that critiques the social and religious institutions of its time. This edition includes extensive notes and a glossary by Thomas Wright that help modern readers understand the...

This classic epic poem recounts the adventurous journey of the hero Odysseus after the fall of Troy. Full of action, drama, and mythological creatures, The Odyssey has captivated audiences for centuries and remains a must-read for lovers of ancient...

This is a collection of poems by the ancient Roman poet Horace. The collection includes his famous odes and satires, and is a must-read for anyone interested in the literature and culture of ancient Rome.This work has been selected by scholars as being...

This book is a collection of metric Greek scripts, including elegiac poems, epigrams, and other forms of written verse from the early period of Greek literature. The scripts offer insights into the society, culture, and values of ancient Greece and the...

This classic Italian translation of Virgil's epic poem, The Aeneid, is a must-read for lovers of literature. Solari's beautiful writing captures the essence of Virgil's original work, transporting the reader to ancient Rome and the world of Aeneas, the...

An authoritative edition of the works of Pindar, one of the greatest poets of ancient Greece. Edited by Christian Tobias Damm and Pindar himself, and with extensive notes and commentary by the renowned classicist Henricus Huntingford, this book is an...

This book features a collection of pastoral poems written by the famous Roman poet Quintus Horatius Flaccus. Known for his lyrical and evocative verse, Flaccus captures the natural beauty of the Italian landscape in vivid detail. This book is a must-read...

This fascinating work of Latin poetry is a celebration of Venus, the Roman goddess of love and beauty. Written in the 4th century AD, the poem is considered a masterpiece of classical literature and has been praised for its sensual imagery and graceful...

This epic Swedish narrative poem from 1825 follows the life of a legendary hero named Frithiof and his love for Ingeborg. This translation, done by Rev. William Lewery Blackley, brings the epic to modern-day readers with beautiful language and stunning...

This medieval English poem is a didactic work that outlines the seven deadly sins and how to avoid them. The text is an important piece of Middle English literature, and its insights into medieval moral thought make it an intriguing read for modern...

A collection of medieval poems written in Middle English by John Gower, exploring the concept of love and the vices and virtues which affect it.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of...

Dieses Buch sammelt die Lieder des Dichters und Minnesängers Otto von Bodenlaube. Der Graf von Henneberg hat die Lieder 1872 veröffentlicht und präsentiert sie hier in ihrer Originalsprache. Eine unverzichtbare Lektüre für alle Liebhaber...

Suivez les aventures chevaleresques de Godefroy de Bouillon et de ses compagnons dans leur quête pour libérer Jérusalem du joug des infidèles. Ce poème héroïque écrit au XVIe siècle par le poète italien Torquato Tasso est un chef-d'œuvre de la...

Las joyas del gay saber est un recueil de poésies en langue romane couronnées par le consistoire de la gaie-science de Toulouse depuis l'an 1324 jusqu'en l'an 1498, avec la traduction littérale et des notes par J.B. Noulet. Les lecteurs découvriront la...

Ce livre contient une traduction française des poèmes épiques de James Macpherson sur le guerrier écossais Ossian, qui datent de la fin du XVIIIe siècle. Les poèmes racontent les exploits de Fingal, le père d'Ossian, dans une Écosse mythique pleine de...

This collection of Latin poems by Hieronymus J. P. de Bayer is a must-read for lovers of classical literature and poetry. With its elegant language and profound insights, Poematum Libellus is a timeless treasure that will leave readers in awe of its...

The Divine Comedy of Dante Alighieri is one of the most renowned epic poems of all time. The book is divided into three sections: Inferno, Purgatorio, and Paradiso. Throughout the book, Dante delves into concepts such as sin, redemption, and the human...

This book features an exclusive edition of Merlijn, a famous Middle Dutch poem based on the Arthurian legends. This version is based on the only known manuscript from the Steinforter region. Readers can immerse themselves in the magical world of knights,...

Dieses Buch enthält eine Sammlung von lateinischen Gedichten und Versen über Magie. Es eignet sich für Schüler und Studenten, die sich für lateinische Literatur und Magie interessieren.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally...

Immerse yourself in the world of medieval romance with this collection of poems from the thirteenth through fifteenth centuries. Weber's expert translations bring to life timeless tales of love, adventure, and chivalry.This work has been selected by...

This translation of the works of Roman poet Publius Papinius Statius provides a comprehensive introduction to his life, works, and literary style. It includes detailed annotations and notes that assist in understanding the complexities of his poetry and...

This is the epic poem that launched the career of poet Philip James Bailey. A sprawling work that draws on Biblical themes and mythology, Festus tells the story of the eponymous character's search for truth and redemption. With beautiful language and...

Este libro presenta poemas sobre las constelaciones de Aratus, un poeta griego del siglo III a.C. La poesía de Aratus es una de las principales fuentes supervivientes de la antigua astronomía griega, y este libro ofrece una introducción única al...

Eine umfassende Sammlung der wichtigsten Werke der griechischen Lyrik, übersetzt und kommentiert von Thudichum, einem renommierten Philologen.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of...

J. Fred Bowman's Garramor Verses is a collection of poems and ballads that will transport you to a world of magic and wonder. From the epic tale of Garramor and the Dragon to the haunting beauty of The Lady of the Lake, these verses are sure to delight...

M. F. Guessard propose dans cet ouvrage une étude complète sur les poètes français du Moyen Âge, en se penchant sur leur vie, leur oeuvre, leur langue et leur style. À travers des extraits choisis avec soin, le lecteur découvrira les plus beaux poèmes de...

Horace was a celebrated Roman lyric poet of the Augustan age, and this book contains his most famous works, including the 'Odes', 'Epodes', and 'Carmen Saeculare'. These poems explore a wide range of themes, from love and friendship to war and politics,...

This is a scholarly edition and translation of the third book of the Roman poet Ovid's Tristia, a collection of elegiac poems written during his exile in Tomis. A.H. Allcroft and F.G. Plaistowe provide detailed annotations and critical analysis of the...

Explore the world of ancient Rome through the eyes of the poet Ovid. In Fasti, he describes the festivals and ceremonies of the Roman calendar, offering vivid glimpses into everyday life in the city. This translation into English prose by R. Mongan...

Questo poema epico è considerato il capolavoro della letteratura estone e narra la storia di Kalevipoeg, un eroe leggendario che lotta contro forze sovrannaturali per proteggere la sua terra. Il dottor Paolo Emilio Pavolini ha curato questa traduzione...

L'Odissea di Omero in questa traduzione da Ippolito Pindemonte offre un'interpretazione innovativa e originale del capolavoro dell'antica poesia greca. Una lettura appassionante e coinvolgente, che consente di scoprire i segreti dell'epos omerico.This...

El peso-duro es un poema épico que cuenta la historia de un pirata español que lucha contra los ingleses en el Caribe. Una obra escrita en un lenguaje muy poético que transporta al lector a un mundo de aventuras en alta mar.This work has been selected by...

This book is a stunning translation of the classic epic poem, The Aeneid, by the renowned American poet Christopher Pearse Cranch. Cranch's translation captures the elegance and power of Virgil's original text, and is a must-read for anyone interested in...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as...

This study offers new approaches for considering the unique narrative possibilities of fairies in medieval romance, from Geoffrey of Monmouth's Historia Regum Britannie to Thomas Malory's Morte d'Arthur. James Wade provides a counter-reading to theories...

This is an EXACT reproduction of a book published before 1923. This IS NOT an OCR'd book with strange characters, introduced typographical errors, and jumbled words. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor...

This is an EXACT reproduction of a book published before 1923. This IS NOT an OCR'd book with strange characters, introduced typographical errors, and jumbled words. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor...

This volume is a complete collection of the works of the ancient Roman poet Horace, all translated into Latin. With its elegant prose, rich imagery, and subtle philosophical themes, Horace's poetry has had a profound influence on Western literature and...