The first English translation of Dracontius' Orestes offers insight into a Latin poem from Vandal North Africa, making it accessible to a wider audience. With thorough notes and a detailed introduction, this edition serves as a valuable resource for students and scholars interested in late antique Latin poetry, ancient epic and tragedy, and comparative literature.
From the awe-inspiring story of the Creation to the defeats and triumphs of the Children of Israel and the life, death, and Resurrection of Jesus, here are the greatest accounts from the greatest book ever written, presented in an accessible form for contemporary readers. Enhanced with annotations, Paul Roche's brilliant retelling of these stories is at once impeccably accurate and vibrantly told. He brings to life the saga of Joseph and the coat of many colors, the drama of the fall of Jericho, the heroism of a young David fighting Goliath and the lust of an older David for Bathsheba, the glory and wisdom of Solomon, the bravery of Judith, the dark despair of Job, the faith of Daniel in the lion's den, the joy of the Nativity, and the miracle of the Resurrection. These are just a few of the many great biblical stories presented in this masterful translation by a distinguished poet and scholar.
With new translations and a new afterword The full texts of the seven extant plays of Sophocles with Paul Roche's revised and updated translations of the Oedipus cycle, and all-new translations of the remaining plays.
Set against the backdrop of Nero's reign, the epic poem Civil War by Lucan offers a dramatic exploration of the conflict between Julius Caesar and Pompey the Great. Celebrated as a monumental literary work of the Roman Empire, it captures the chaos and moral dilemmas of civil strife. This comprehensive guide serves to enhance understanding of Lucan's themes and style, making it particularly beneficial for students new to his poetry, while remaining accessible to all readers interested in this significant historical narrative.