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The Amores; Or, Amours

The Amores; Or, Amours

Ovid

Paperback

Publisher Price: $16.99

ISBN10: 9357489452
ISBN13: 9789357489454
Publisher: Lightning Source Inc
Published: May 1 2023
Pages: 164
Weight: 0.47
Height: 0.38 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
The Amores is a collection of love poems by the Roman poet Ovid. The poems explore various aspects of love, including seduction, jealousy, and betrayal. In the book, the narrator, who is believed to be Ovid himself, falls in love with a woman named Corinna and tries to win her over with poetry and gifts. He experiences jealousy and suspicion, believing that Corinna is seeing other men. He continues to pursue Corinna despite her infidelities and ultimately ends the affair. Throughout the collection, Ovid employs a variety of poetic techniques, including allusions to classical mythology, humor, and vivid imagery. The poems are known for their frank and explicit descriptions of sexual encounters, which were considered scandalous in Ovid's time. Overall, The Amores is a complex and nuanced exploration of love and desire, offering a window into the romantic and sexual experiences of ancient Rome.

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