Eclogues
By Virgil · Running time 1:08:21 · Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Poetry
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About this book
This book of poems, written between 42 en 39 BC, was a bestseller in ancient Rome, and still holds a fascination today. Held to be divinely inspired not only by the Romans themselves, but by the Medieval Catholic church, The Eclogues is one of the most beloved collections of Latin short poetry. (Summary by Caeristhiona) The translator of this version is unknown. This recording is done in the form of a dramatic reading: in each eclogue, every character is read by a different Librivox volunteer. Readers of the eclogues that were done by multiple readers: Eclogue 1 Meliboeus: Denny Sayers Tityrus
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