Description
Robert Fitzgerald's acclaimed translation breathes new life into Virgil's epic masterpiece, The Aeneid. This monumental work chronicles the arduous journey of Aeneas, a Trojan prince destined to found the Roman people. As he navigates treacherous seas, divine interventions, and fierce battles, Aeneas grapples with fate, duty, and the immense cost of empire. Fitzgerald's rendition masterfully captures the grandeur and emotional depth of Virgil's poetry, making this timeless story of destiny and nation-building accessible to contemporary readers.
Available Editions
paperback
Vintage
Published Jun 16, 1990
465 pages
ISBN: 9780679729525
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First Published
0019
Language
lat
Translation
From: lat
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