The Æneid of Virgil, Translated into English Verse: Poetry Guide and Free Edition
The Æneid of Virgil, Translated into English Verse: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
The Æneid of Virgil, Translated into English Verse is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Virgil (-70–-19). The listed translation credits are Taylor, Edward Fairfax.
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"The Æneid of Virgil," translated into English verse by Edward Fairfax Taylor, is a classical epic poem that was first issued in the early 20th century. This monumental work recounts the journey of the Trojan hero Aeneas as he endeavors to fulfill his destiny of founding Rome, navigating numerous obstacles posed by gods and mortals alike. The narrative is rich with themes of duty, fate, and the founding of a nation, revolving predominantly around Aeneas and his struggles. The opening of "The Æneid" sets the stage for Aeneas's tumultuous journey, emphasizing his fate to reach Italy and establish a new homeland. The narrative begins with a prologue invoking the Muse, asking for inspiration to recount the trials that Aeneas faces due to the animosity of the goddess Juno. As the story progresses, we witness a storm unleashed upon Aeneas's fleet by Juno, which scatters the Trojans and leads to their eventual landing in Libya. Aeneas, troubled by the loss of his comrades, is encouraged by the goddess Venus, who reassures him of his destined greatness in Italy. The opening concludes with Aeneas and Achates approaching the city of Carthage, where Queen Dido welcomes them into her realm, laying the groundwork for further interactions that will shape Aeneas's journey.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Æneid of Virgil, Translated into English Verse
- Author credits: Virgil (-70–-19)
- Catalogue language: English
- Translator credits: Taylor, Edward Fairfax
Catalogue subjects
- Aeneas (Legendary character) -- Poetry
- Epic poetry, Latin -- Translations into English
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- Category: Classics of Literature
- Category: Mythology, Legends & Folklore
- Classical Antiquity
- Harvard Classics
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