The Moral Sayings of Publius Syrus: A Roman Slave (1855) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781161829051)

The Moral Sayings of Publius Syrus: A Roman Slave is a collection of aphorisms and maxims attributed to the ancient Roman writer Publius Syrus. Originally written in Latin, this book is a translation of the work by Darius Lyman, published in 1855. Publius Syrus was a Syrian slave who became famous in ancient Rome for his wit and wisdom. He is said to have been freed by his master and became a celebrated writer and performer of mimes. His sayings, which were often pithy and humorous, were widely quoted and admired by the Romans.The Moral Sayings of Publius Syrus contains over 700 of his most famous aphorisms, covering a wide range of topics such as friendship, love, virtue, and human nature. The book is organized thematically, with each chapter focusing on a particular theme. The aphorisms themselves are often short and to the point, making them easy to remember and quote. They are also characterized by their wit and cleverness, as well as their insight into human behavior and morality. Overall, The Moral Sayings of Publius Syrus provides a fascinating glimpse into the mind of one of ancient Rome's most celebrated writers and thinkers. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Roman literature, philosophy, or history.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.

Author: Publius Syrus
ISBN-10: 1161829059
ISBN-13: 9781161829051
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/22/2010
Pages: 92
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.68lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.38d