Vergil (1880)

Vergil is a book written by Henry Nettleship in 1880, which provides a comprehensive study of the life and works of the ancient Roman poet, Publius Vergilius Maro, commonly known as Virgil. The book is divided into two parts, the first of which discusses the life and times of Virgil, including his early education, his relationship with the emperor Augustus, and his literary influences. The second part of the book focuses on Virgil's works, including his major poems, the Eclogues, Georgics, and Aeneid, as well as his minor works, such as the Culex and Copa. Nettleship analyzes Virgil's use of language, his themes and motifs, and his literary techniques, providing a detailed analysis of each of his works. He also explores the historical and cultural context in which Virgil wrote, and the impact of his works on subsequent literature and culture. Overall, Vergil is an essential resource for anyone interested in the life and works of one of the greatest poets of ancient Rome.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.