The Odes Of Horace (1843)

Exploring themes of love, friendship, philosophy, and politics, this collection showcases the varied meters and poetic brilliance of the Roman poet Horace. Renowned for his wit and insight into the human experience, the Odes are celebrated as masterpieces of lyric poetry that have significantly influenced Western literature. This 1843 edition features an English translation by John Conington, along with an introduction to Horace's life and work, and notes on the poems' interpretation, preserving the cultural significance of this classic text.