Epigrams - Hardcover

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Epigrammata is a collection of witty and often ribald epigrams by the Roman poet Martial. Written in the first century CE, the poems provide a fascinating glimpse into the social mores of ancient Rome, as well as the poet's own life and times. This edition includes a new translation by a leading classicist, as well as detailed commentary and notes on the historical context of the poems. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in the literature and culture of ancient Rome.

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