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Clavis Metrico-Virgiliana: A Metrical Guide To The Right Intelligence Of Virgil's Versification (1818)

Clavis Metrico-Virgiliana: A Metrical Guide To The Right Intelligence Of Virgil's Versification (1818)

Carey, John

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ISBN10: 1164607014
ISBN13: 9781164607014
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 56
Weight: 0.19
Height: 0.12 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Clavis Metrico-Virgiliana is a comprehensive guide to understanding the metrical structure of Virgil's poetry. Written by John Carey and originally published in 1818, this book provides a detailed analysis of the various meters used by Virgil in his works, including the dactylic hexameter and the elegiac couplet. Carey's guide is designed to help readers appreciate the technical skill and artistry of Virgil's verse, as well as to aid in the interpretation and translation of his works. The book includes detailed explanations of the various metrical patterns and their significance, as well as examples of how they are used in specific passages of Virgil's poetry. In addition to its practical applications, Clavis Metrico-Virgiliana is also a valuable resource for scholars and students of classical literature. Carey's analysis sheds light on the broader cultural and historical context of Virgil's poetry, and provides insight into the literary conventions and traditions of ancient Rome. Overall, Clavis Metrico-Virgiliana is an essential reference for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of Virgil's poetry, and a testament to the enduring legacy of one of the greatest poets of the ancient world.Containing A Solution Of Its Principal Difficulties, The Lines Distinctly Scanned In Each Case, And The Poetic Licenses Explained.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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