I hate and I love
- 64 pages
- 3 hours of reading
By turns rapturous, erotic and despairing, this astonishingly modern verse tells of an ancient Roman poet's all-consuming infatuation with one woman.
Catullus Book order
This Roman poet of the 1st century BC is the author of love poems that are still widely read today. He is known as the inventor of the "angry love poem," and his influence continues to be felt in poetry and other art forms.
- 2015
- 1995
Der "wilde Catull" verfasste leidenschaftliche Gedichte über seine Liebe zu Lesbia sowie scharfe Angriffe auf persönliche und politische Gegner. Seine Verse spiegeln sowohl Glück als auch Leid wider und leben bis heute fort.
- 1983
- 1954
The Poems of Catullus
- 386 pages
- 14 hours of reading
The collection showcases the exquisite erotic poetry of Catullus, dedicated to his beloved Lesbia, capturing both the emotional depth and sharp wit of the original texts. Horace Gregory's translation preserves the lyrical beauty and satirical brilliance of Catullus while making it accessible for both students and casual readers. This edition features the Latin text alongside the English translation, complemented by twelve full-page illustrations by Zhenya Gay, enhancing the reading experience.
