Complete Works of Silius Italicus

The epic poem ‘Punica’, concerning Rome’s Second War with Carthage and the legendary conflict between the generals Hannibal and Scipio Africanus, is the longest surviving epic of Latin literature. A masterpiece of the Silver Age of Roman poetry, the ‘Punica’ fuses the significance of Livy’s history with the polished verse of Virgil’s ‘Aeneid’. Delphi’s Ancient Classics series provides eReaders with the treasures of the Classical world, with both English translations and the original Latin. This comprehensive eBook presents Silius’ complete extant works, with beautiful illustrations, informative introductions and the usual Delphi bonus material. (Version 1)

Beautifully illustrated with images relating to Silius’ life and works

Features the complete ‘Punica’, in both English translation and the original Latin

Concise introduction to the epic poem

Includes J. D. Duff’s translation, previously appearing in Loeb Classical Library edition of Silius Italicus

Excellent formatting of the texts

Easily locate the books you want to read with individual contents tables

Features bonus biographical pieces, including Pliny and Martial’s writings on Silius – discover the poet’s ancient world

Scholarly ordering of texts into chronological order and literary genres

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CONTENTS:

The Translation

PUNICA

The Latin Text

CONTENTS OF THE LATIN TEXT

Biographical Pieces

LETTER TO CANINIUS RUFUS by Pliny the Younger

EPIGRAMS CONCERNING SILIUS ITALICUS by Martial

INTRODUCTION TO SILIUS ITALICUS by J. D. Duff

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