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Virgil
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Vergil
Vergilius Maro, Publius
Publio Virgilio Marón
Marón, Publio Virgilio
Mellin, Robert
1826
1880
Mellin, Gustaf Robert
Mellin, R.
Bucolica
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"Bucolica" by Virgil is a collection of pastoral poems written during the late Roman Republic. This work consists of a series of dialogues between shepherds and explores themes such as love, nature, and the simplicity of rural life amidst the overarching complexities of society. Virgil's "Bucolica" is notable for its influence on the pastoral genre, shaping how rural life is portrayed in subsequent literature. The poems within "Bucolica" are structured as Eclogues, depicting conversations between various pastoral characters, including Tityrus, Meliboeus, and Corydon. Each Eclogue presents a distinct narrative that explores different aspects of rural existence, including love, loss, and the impact of war on the idyllic countryside. For instance, the first Eclogue introduces Tityrus, who enjoys the peace granted by a benevolent god while Meliboeus laments the hardships brought by conflict. Through lyrical language and vivid imagery, Virgil paints a picture of pastoral life that contrasts with the turmoil of urban society, emphasizing the beauty and richness of the natural world as well as the emotional struggles of its inhabitants. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 42.4 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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Country life -- Rome -- Poetry
Pastoral poetry, Latin -- Translations into Finnish
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Classical Antiquity
Category: Poetry
Category: Classics of Literature
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