Bücher von Arthur Woollgar Verrall

The Seven Against Thebes is a tragedy by ancient Greek playwright Aeschylus that tells the story of the battle for the city of Thebes between two brothers, Eteocles and Polynices. The play is known for its exploration of themes such as fate, loyalty, and the consequences of pride and ambition. Arthur Woollgar Verrall's 1887 edition of the play provides a comprehensive analysis of the text, including commentary on the language, characters, and historical context. Verrall also includes notes on the play's performance history and its influence on later works of literature. This edition is a valuable resource for students and scholars of Greek tragedy, as well as anyone interested in the cultural and literary history of ancient Greece.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.

""Studies, Literary and Historical, in the Odes of Horace"" is a book written by Arthur Woollgar Verrall and published in 1884. The book is a collection of essays that examine the literary and historical context of the odes of Horace, a Roman poet who lived during the reign of Augustus. Verrall explores the various themes and motifs present in Horace's odes, including love, friendship, nature, and the Roman political landscape. He also delves into the historical context of the odes, discussing the social and political climate of ancient Rome during Horace's time. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the literature and history of ancient Rome, as well as those studying the works of Horace specifically.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.