Description
1963 First printing. Hardcover has significant wear, scuffs, small marks, stains and small tears. No dust jacket. Spine has significant reading creases and wear, small tears on top and bottom and a slight lean. Pages have some marks and small tears on some pages but largely are clean and the binding is secure.
This well-loved first edition of “The Odes of Horace A Modern Translation” bears the hallmarks of a cherished classic. Quintus Horatius Flaccus, known as Horace, was one of ancient Rome’s most celebrated poets, whose lyric verses have influenced writers for over two millennia. This translation by the esteemed scholar Richmond Lattimore captures the wit, wisdom, and enduring appeal of Horace’s timeless odes. Despite its weathered exterior, the book’s soul remains intact, inviting readers to explore the poet’s musings on life, love, and the human condition. A treasure for collectors seeking an authentic piece of literary history, this volume whispers of the countless hands through which it has passed, each leaving a subtle imprint on its character. Horace’s words, transcending eras, remind us that great literature is a living, breathing entity, enriched by every reader’s journey.
