Availability: Out of Stock
Satires and Epistles of Horace and Satires of Persius
Rated 4.05 out of 5 based on 20 customer ratings
20
SKU: 9780140455083
₹550.00 Original price was: ₹550.00.₹440.00Current price is: ₹440.00.
“Experience the timeless wit and wisdom of Horace and Persius. This edition features their influential Satires and Epistles, exploring themes of wealth, power, and the pursuit of happiness. From ancient Rome to modern literature, their impact resonates. ISBN: 9780140455083. Edited by Neil MacGregor.”
Out of stock
Ravi Raj –
An important collection. Not always easy, but worth the effort for classic literature.
Kalpish Choudhary –
Interesting insights into Roman society. Found the writing style a bit challenging though.
Dipan Kumar Das –
A bit dense, but worth the effort. Horace’s social commentary is still sharp.
Pranad Ajay Dessai –
I am very pleased by Horace works. Persius wasn’t as enjoyable
Chetna Joshi –
Enjoyable read. Some satires resonated, others less so. Worth exploring classical literature.
Harshad Bromania –
MacGregor’s editing is superb! Horace shines. Persius takes getting used to.
Gokula Kannan M –
Loved Horace’s satirical takes. Persius was a bit too obscure for my liking.
Debashish Das –
Found the book thought provoking. Some themes are still relevant today.
Shruti Rathi –
A classic for a reason! Horace’s wit is timeless. Persius, while harder, is rewarding.
Lakshay Singhal –
Challenging but rewarding read, especially if you’re interested in Roman history.
Dev Verma –
Excellent translation and notes. Makes these ancient texts accessible. Highly recommend!
Bashar Khan –
Horace’s writing style is brilliant! It’s insightful and easy to read.
Sarim Ahmad –
A must-read for classic literature lovers. Good edition and a very insightful perspective.
Rupal Berry –
Enjoyed the historical context. Persius felt a little dry compared to Horace though.
Kaushal Kishor –
The satires offer a unique window into Roman society, a bit complex though
Suchit Lamba –
Uneven quality between the two authors, but still an important work of literature.
Amarjeet Kumar –
Good introduction to Roman satire. Some parts felt dated, but overall a valuable read.
Anubhav Singh –
Horace is great, but Persius was a bit dense for me. Still, a good collection overall.
Keerthana Ds –
Horace’s ‘pursuit of happiness’ perspective is interesting. Persius is difficult to grasp.
Subhankar Baral –
The book is a fantastic exploration into wealth and happiness.