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The Poems of Catullus, Paperback / softback Book

The Poems of Catullus Paperback / softback

Part of the Oxford World's Classics series

Paperback / softback

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Of all the classical poets Gaius Valerius Catullus (c. 84-54 BC) is the most accessible to the modern reader.

Presented alongside the original Latin text, this new translation reflects Catullus' mastery of poetic forms as diverse as the lyric, the inventive epigram, and the romantic legend, and shows his passionate, and sometimes dedicated to his lover Lesbia.

This edition also includes a introduction to the poet's life and work, and full explanatory notes.

ABOUT THE SERIES: For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the widest range 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, helpful notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more.

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