This leading Roman lyric poet of the Augustan age is celebrated for his masterful verse. His works delve into profound observations of human nature, ethical reflections, and a perfect command of form. Horace explores themes of friendship, the transience of life, and the pursuit of wisdom with timeless elegance.
This satirical work, written in Latin, skewers the corruption and excess of Roman society. Drawing on the tradition of the Roman epigram, the author exposes the hypocrisy and moral decay of the ruling class with wit and flair. Though written over two thousand years ago, this biting critique of power and privilege remains relevant today.
Reprint of the original, first published in 1874.
Testo a fronte Mentre noi parliamo, sarà già sparita l'ora, invidiosa del nostro godere. Cogli la giornata d'oggi e confida il meno possibile in quella di domani. Dum loquimur, fugerit invida aetas: carpe diem, quam minimum credula postero. Quinto Orazio Flacco
Traduzione e cura di Ugo Dotti - Testo originale a fronte
