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Das lateinische Epos »Aeneis« erzählt vom Fall Troias nach zehnjähriger Belagerung durch die Griechen sowie von den abenteuerlichen Irrfahrten des Troianers Aeneas bis zu seiner Landung an der Westküste Italiens und seinem Sieg über den einheimischen Fürsten Turnus. Es wurde zum Nationalepos der Römer und übte nach Ende des Römischen Reiches starken Einfluss auf die europäische Literatur- und Geistesgeschichte aus. Preisgünstige einsprachige Ausgabe der ausführlich kommentierten Übersetzung von Edith und Gerhard Binder. Mit einem Verzeichnis der Eigennamen, Stammbaum der Iulier sowie reichem Kartenmaterial.

Vergils Aeneis ist ein zentrales Werk der lateinischen Literatur und erzählt den Gründungsmythos des Römischen Reiches. Es knüpft an Homers Stil an und bietet trotz seines Versmaßes spannende Lesemomente. Das Epos thematisiert Frieden, Einheit und die römischen Tugenden von Kampf und Milde.

A beautiful new edition in the Flame Tree Collection of classic, epic tales. Virgil's masterpiece, one of the greatest works in Western literature, was written in Latin, between 29 and 19 BCE, recalling events after the Fall of Troy over 1200 years before, as told in the famous Homeric epics of Greek literature the Iliad and the Odyssey.

The epic poem chronicles the journey of Aeneas, a Trojan hero, as he travels to Italy and ultimately becomes the ancestor of the Romans. Written by Virgil in the late 1st century BC, it features a rich narrative woven in dactylic hexameter across nearly 10,000 lines, blending themes of fate, duty, and the founding of a new civilization. The Aeneid serves as a cornerstone of Latin literature, reflecting both mythological and historical elements that shaped Roman identity.

Aeneas, a Trojan hero, embarks on a perilous journey across the Mediterranean after the fall of Troy, accompanied by his son Ascanius and father Anchises. His adventures lead him to Carthage, where he falls in love with Queen Dido, but ultimately leaves her to fulfill his destiny of founding a city in Italy. This epic tale features themes of love, loss, and the struggle against fate, showcasing Aeneas as a flawed hero. Presented in accessible prose, this edition invites modern readers to experience Virgil's timeless masterpiece.

The complete modern translation of the Aeneid by David Hadbawnik showcases a contemporary interpretation of the classic epic, concluding a project that began with the first six books in 2015. This volume is enhanced by dramatic abstract illustrations from Omar Al-Nakib, adding a visual dimension to the literary work. The combination of Hadbawnik's fresh translation and Al-Nakib's art offers readers a unique and engaging experience of this timeless story.

David Hadbawnik's modern translation of the Aeneid offers a fresh take on Virgil's epic, showcasing the first half of the narrative for the first time in a complete format. Accompanied by atmospheric illustrations from Carrie Kaser, this 2021 hardcover edition presents a visually appealing and accessible rendition of the classic text. The collection sets the stage for the forthcoming Volume 2, which will encompass the remaining six books of this foundational work of ancient Roman literature.

Set against a backdrop of civil unrest and conflict, the Eclogues present a poignant exploration of crisis through the voices of two farmers. The dialogue reveals deep concerns about alienation and the impact of violence on rural life. Themes of change, displacement, and environmental devastation permeate the poems, reflecting the harsh realities faced by the community during turbulent times. Virgil's work captures the emotional and social turmoil of an era marked by strife, offering a powerful commentary on human suffering and resilience.

Vergil: Aeneid 7 is part of a new series of commentaries on the Aeneid. Each volume adapts with extensive revisions and additions the commentaries of T. E. Page (1884, 1900), and is edited by a scholar of Roman epic. The present volume offers the Latin text of Book 7 along with maps, extensive notes, and commentary designed to meet the needs of intermediate students of Latin. A two-volume edition of the entire Aeneid designed to meet the needs of advanced students will be derived from the series.

Der Band enthält neu übersetzte Gedichte, die Vergil zugeschrieben werden, jedoch wahrscheinlich nicht von ihm stammen, sowie die bedeutendsten Vergil-Viten. Werke wie der Culex und das Moretum zählen zu den faszinierendsten Texten der römischen Literatur.