Aeneid

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This extensive 51-volume set, compiled by Charles William Eliot, features a curated selection of the most significant writings in literature, philosophy, history, and mythology. Originally published as the "Harvard Classics," it reflects Eliot's vision of a comprehensive liberal education achievable through a manageable collection of essential texts. Known as "Dr. Eliot's Five Foot Shelf," it aims to provide readers with a profound understanding of diverse intellectual traditions within a compact format.