Publisher's Synopsis
""Select Epigrams of Martial: Spectaculorum Liber and Books I-IV"" is a book compiled by the renowned scholar Professor Lindsay. The book contains a selection of epigrams written by the ancient Roman poet Martial, including those from his Spectaculorum Liber and Books I-IV. Martial's epigrams are witty and satirical, often poking fun at the foibles and follies of Roman society. The book provides readers with a glimpse into the everyday life of ancient Rome and the social and cultural norms of the time. The epigrams cover a range of topics, from love and sex to politics and religion. Lindsay's introduction to the book offers valuable insights into the historical context of Martial's work and the significance of his poetry. The book is an excellent resource for students of classics and anyone interested in ancient Roman literature and culture.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.
