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The collection showcases the intricate elegies of Propertius, who delves into themes of love, loss, and mythology through complex and allusive language. Central to many poems is Cynthia, the poet's lover, whose relationship with Propertius evokes deep emotional turmoil. Spanning four books and various meters, these elegies reflect the poet's engagement with both personal and political subjects. Celebrated as a masterpiece of Roman literature, this work has significantly influenced later poets and writers.
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Elegiae (1857), Sextus Propertius
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