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Title: The Satyricon — Volume 01: Introduction
Note: Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Satyricon
Credits: Produced by David Widger
Summary: "The Satyricon — Volume 01: Introduction by Petronius Arbiter" is a classic work attributed to Petronius, a Roman courtier and arbiter of elegance during the reign of Emperor Nero. This literary work, which is a satirical novel, was likely written in the 1st century AD. The primary themes revolve around the indulgent and often depraved lives of the Roman aristocracy, exploring topics such as love, sexuality, and the absurdities of contemporary society through keen wit and humor. The narrative follows the adventures of Encolpius, a young man embroiled in a series of humorous and often scandalous escapades alongside his companions, including the cunning Ascyltos and the beautiful Giton. As they navigate the chaotic lives of their peers, the trio encounters various characters, such as the wealthy freedman Trimalchio, whose extravagant dinner party exemplifies Roman excess. The text blends dialogue and narrative with vivid descriptions, providing a rich commentary on societal norms, personal desires, and human folly, while also reflecting a pioneering use of realism in literature—a hallmark that lays the groundwork for later works in the picaresque genre. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 58.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Author: Petronius Arbiter, 20-66
Translator: Firebaugh, W. C.
EBook No.: 5218
Published: Jun 1, 2004
Downloads: 190
Language: English
Subject: Rome -- Fiction
Subject: Satire, Latin -- Translations into English
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The Satyricon — Volume 01: Introduction
Note: Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Satyricon
Credits: Produced by David Widger
Summary: "The Satyricon — Volume 01: Introduction by Petronius Arbiter" is a classic work attributed to Petronius, a Roman courtier and arbiter of elegance during the reign of Emperor Nero. This literary work, which is a satirical novel, was likely written in the 1st century AD. The primary themes revolve around the indulgent and often depraved lives of the Roman aristocracy, exploring topics such as love, sexuality, and the absurdities of contemporary society through keen wit and humor. The narrative follows the adventures of Encolpius, a young man embroiled in a series of humorous and often scandalous escapades alongside his companions, including the cunning Ascyltos and the beautiful Giton. As they navigate the chaotic lives of their peers, the trio encounters various characters, such as the wealthy freedman Trimalchio, whose extravagant dinner party exemplifies Roman excess. The text blends dialogue and narrative with vivid descriptions, providing a rich commentary on societal norms, personal desires, and human folly, while also reflecting a pioneering use of realism in literature—a hallmark that lays the groundwork for later works in the picaresque genre. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 58.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Author: Petronius Arbiter, 20-66
Translator: Firebaugh, W. C.
EBook No.: 5218
Published: Jun 1, 2004
Downloads: 190
Language: English
Subject: Rome -- Fiction
Subject: Satire, Latin -- Translations into English
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.