Silius Italicus (25 101 CE)composed an epic Punica in 17 books on the Second Punic War (218 202 BCE). Silius poem relies largely on Livy s prose for facts. It also echoes poets, especially Virgil, and employs techniques traditional in Latin epic.
Silius Italicus Books
Titus Catius Asconius Silius Italicus was a Roman consul, orator, and poet. His only surviving work is the monumental epic poem, the Punica. Across seventeen books and over twelve thousand lines, it recounts the Punic Wars. Silius Italicus thus left behind the longest surviving Latin literary epic.
Punica: 1
- 476 pages
- 17 hours of reading
Punica is an epic poem that tells the story of the Second Punic War, one of the largest and most important conflicts of the ancient world. This book offers a critical edition of the Latin text, along with commentary and analysis that will be of interest to classicists and scholars of epic poetry.
Punica (Volume I)
- 474 pages
- 17 hours of reading
The book holds significant value for scholars and academicians, contributing to the literary knowledge base for future generations. It is presented in its original print format, preserving its authentic nature, including any marks or annotations. This approach ensures that the book's historical context and original intent remain intact, allowing readers to appreciate its true significance.
Set during the Second Punic War, this epic poem by Silius Italicus recounts the fierce conflict between Hannibal and Rome in approximately 12,000 dactylic hexameter verses. The translation by Thomas Ross, first published in 1666, was created to commemorate the monarchy's restoration. This newly typeset edition marks the first reprint since Ross's time, offering readers a chance to explore the historical and literary significance of this lengthy Latin work, which captures key events from Hannibal's oath to Scipio's decisive victory at Zama.