Petronius (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9789354309601)

Step into the decadent, razor-sharp world of first-century Rome, where wit bites deeper than any blade and society's masks slip in the most unexpected places. Petronius's Satyricon, a masterpiece of ancient Roman fiction, captures the chaos and comedy of a civilisation at its height-and at its most human. This bilingual classical text, presented in the respected Loeb Classical Library edition, offers both the original Latin and a lucid English translation, making it an ideal reading text for Latin students, classics course companions, and anyone fascinated by the literature of ancient Rome. Petronius, courtier and satirist, weaves a narrative both outrageous and insightful, blending the wild adventures of his characters with sharp commentary on wealth, desire, and folly. The surviving Satyricon fragments reveal a world not unlike our own: hungry for pleasure, obsessed with status, and always ready to mock itself. Alongside the biting satire of Juvenal and Martial, and the fantastical journeys of Apuleius's Golden Ass, Petronius stands as a pillar of Roman satirical novels-his work both a window into the everyday life of first-century Rome and a timeless reflection on human nature. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today-a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. Whether you are a casual reader drawn to the drama of ancient Rome literature, a student seeking a reliable Latin-English translation, or a collector in search of a cultural treasure, this edition invites you to savour Petronius's genius anew.

Author: Michael Heseltine
ISBN-10: 9354309607
ISBN-13: 9789354309601
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Language: English
Published: 12/28/2020
Pages: 442
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.42lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.98d