Sexti Properti Elegiarvm: Liber Primvs by Sextus Propertius
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"Sexti Properti Elegiarvm: Liber Primvs" by Sextus Propertius is a collection of elegiac poetry written during the late Roman Republic. The work primarily explores themes of love and desire, often focusing on the speaker's tumultuous relationship with a woman named Cynthia. Propertius, a notable figure in Latin literature, utilizes the elegiac couplet to create poignant expressions of passion, longing, and heartache, embodying the cultural and emotional nuances of the time. In this
first book, the poet introduces Cynthia as a central figure of his affection and obsession. The poems reflect various aspects of their relationship, including the speaker's deep vulnerability and the pain caused by love's highs and lows. Propertius navigates through memories of joy, jealousy, and longing, presenting vivid imagery and emotional intensity that allow readers to connect with his struggles. The interplay of personal emotion with broader cultural contexts, particularly those surrounding love, beauty, and desire, makes this work a significant reflection of the human experience during the era, resonating through its timeless themes. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Propertius, Sextus |
|---|---|
| Title | Sexti Properti Elegiarvm: Liber Primvs |
| Alternate Title | Sexti Properti Elegiarum: Liber Primus |
| Note | Cynthia |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 53.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | Latin |
| LoC Class | PA: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature |
| Subject | Latin poetry |
| Subject | Rome -- Poetry |
| Subject | Man-woman relationships -- Poetry |
| Subject | Elegiac poetry, Latin |
| Subject | Love poetry, Latin |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 237 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-00237-8 |
| Release Date | Mar 1, 1995 |
| Last Update | Jan 1, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 773 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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