A Collection Of Examples Illustrating The Metrical Licenses Of Vergil (1897)

""A Collection Of Examples Illustrating The Metrical Licenses Of Vergil"" is a book written by Harold Whetstone Johnston and published in 1897. The book primarily focuses on the metrical structure and deviations in the works of the Roman poet Vergil. It includes a collection of examples that illustrate the various metrical licenses used by Vergil in his works, such as elision, synizesis, and diaeresis. The book is intended for students and scholars of Latin poetry who want to gain a better understanding of the technical aspects of Vergil's writing. Overall, the book is a comprehensive guide to the metrical structure of Vergil's works, providing valuable insights into the poet's style and technique.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.