Selected Epigrams
Selected Epigrams
Martial
Ryan Holiday
Hilarious. I have one hanging on the gate in front of my house. - Ryan Holiday
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Selected Epigrams

Martial
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Martial
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Dive into the sharp, unapologetically candid world of Martial's epigrams, where every line bristles with wit and the raw essence of first-century Roman life. Martial, with his keen eye for the absurd and his razor-sharp tongue, skewers the grandiose and the gritty alike, presenting an unparalleled panorama of society from the gleaming heights of patrician villas to the sordid depths of the city's underbelly. His verses dance with life, capturing the comedies and tragedies of ancient Rome with brevity, brilliance, and a bawdiness that echoes through the ages. This collection, masterfully translated to maintain the vibrancy and punch of the original Latin, offers a selection that represents the very best of Martial's work. Enhanced by a thoughtful foreword and meticulous notes, it not only entertains but educates, illuminating the complexities of Roman culture and language. Through Martial's eyes, readers will navigate the bustling streets of Rome, meeting its diverse inhabitants and witnessing the dynamic interplay of power, poverty, and pretension. It's a journey back in time, rendered with an immediacy that will captivate both the seasoned scholar and the curious newcomer.

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Released
0103
1 Jan
Length
189
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Hilarious. I have one hanging on the gate in front of my house. - Ryan Holiday
— Martial, Selected Epigrams

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