An Introduction To Latin Elegiac Verse Composition (1885)

""An Introduction to Latin Elegiac Verse Composition"" is a book written by Joseph Hirst Lupton in 1885. The book is a guide for students who are interested in learning how to write elegiac verse in Latin. Elegiac verse is a type of poetry that consists of alternating lines of dactylic hexameter and pentameter. The book provides a detailed introduction to the rules and techniques of writing elegiac verse, including the use of meter, rhyme, and other literary devices. It also includes examples of elegiac verse written by famous Latin poets, such as Ovid and Catullus. The book is intended for students who have a basic knowledge of Latin grammar and syntax, and who are interested in exploring the art of Latin poetry. Overall, ""An Introduction to Latin Elegiac Verse Composition"" is a valuable resource for anyone who wants to learn more about this unique form of poetry and improve their Latin writing skills.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.