The Aeneid (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9789354845055)

A bold doorway to the past, opened anew for today's readers and tomorrow's scholars. The Aeneid transports you into the pulse of ancient myth and mighty memory, where fate, virtue, and imperial ambition collide in epic verse. Virgil's masterpiece stands as the pinnacle of classical epic, a bridge between the greek epic tradition and the roman epic tradition. This edition makes the work accessible to classic literature readers while honouring its richly layered themes: a mythic destiny guiding a nation, a journey through the ancient mediterranean, and a Roman empire era framed by divine intervention and human resolve. It is more than narrative-it's a study of power, duty, and endurance. The Aeneid has shaped literary imagination for generations, and its influence echoes through Latin literature and beyond, informing both scholarly inquiry and public wonder. Out of print for decades and now republished by Alpha Editions, this edition is Restored for today's and future generations. It is not merely a reprint but a collector's item and a cultural treasure, designed for readers who cherish ambitious storytelling as well as for those pursuing rigorous academic study. Whether you seek an immersive read or a carefully curated edition for a library, The Aeneid invites you to explore a timeless epic that speaks across centuries to the human quest for meaning, home, and legacy.

Author: Virgil
ISBN-10: 9354845053
ISBN-13: 9789354845055
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Language: English
Published: 07/05/2021
Pages: 404
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.30lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.90d