The Æneid of Virgil translated into English prose by Virgil

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Author Virgil, 71 BCE-20 BCE
Editor Shumway, Edgar S. (Edgar Solomon), 1856-1928
Translator Conington, John, 1825-1869
Uniform Title Aeneis. English
Title The Æneid of Virgil translated into English prose
Alternate Title Virgil's Aeneid
Original Publication New York, NY: The Macmillan Company, 1910, pubdate 1917.
Note Reading ease score: 69.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits Charles Aldarondo and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
Summary "The Æneid" by Virgil is an epic poem written in the 1st century BC. This classic work narrates the adventures of the hero Æneas, a Trojan who escapes the destruction of Troy and embarks on a perilous journey to find a new homeland in Italy, ultimately leading to the founding of Rome. Central to its themes are the struggles against divine opposition, the quest for destiny, and the interplay of fate and free will in the development of a great civilization. The opening of "The Æneid" introduces the character of Æneas as he is buffeted by storms sent by the goddess Juno, who harbors a longstanding animosity toward the Trojans. It sets the stage for his journey, highlighting the challenges he faces due to divine wrath and the significance of his mission: to bring the gods of Troy to Italy and establish a new city. The initial scenes depict the grandeur of Juno's realm and Æneas' despair as he recalls the fallen heroes of Troy. As the narrative unfolds, we learn of his arrival in Libya, where he encounters the queen, Dido, and prepares for the new trials that await him in a land where he seeks refuge and potential alliance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PA: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature
Subject Epic poetry, Latin -- Translations into English
Subject Aeneas (Legendary character)
Subject Legends -- Rome
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EBook-No. 73488
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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