Ars Amatoria; or, The Art Of Love (Annotated)
Enriched Edition. Literally Translated into English Prose, with Copious NotesBy Ovid
Length4h 33m
About this audiobook
Ovid's Ars Amatoria, or The Art of Love, is a witty didactic poem that transforms erotic pursuit into a polished discipline, offering urbane instruction to men and women on seduction, courtship, and social performance in Augustan Rome. Written in elegiac couplets, it parodies the seriousness of technical manuals and moral instruction, blending irony, mythological exempla, theatricality, and sharp observation of public life—banquets, theatres, porticoes, and games—into a sophisticated anatomy of desire. Publius Ovidius Naso, born in 43 BCE, was among the most brilliant poets of Rome's Augustan age, yet his sensibility often stood at an oblique angle to official ideals of marriage, restraint, and civic morality. Trained in rhetoric and deeply immersed in literary tradition, Ovid brought to love elegy an unmatched verbal elegance and playful intelligence. The poem's perceived challenge to Augustan moral reforms likely contributed to the scandal surrounding his later exile. This work is recommended to readers interested in classical literature, the history of sexuality, and the tensions between art and authority. Beneath its charm and comic brilliance lies a revealing portrait of Roman society, gender performance, and poetic self-consciousness, making it both delightful and intellectually indispensable.
This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to your reading experience.
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- An Author Biography reveals milestones in the author's life, illuminating the personal insights behind the text.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 4.0 (30.5K)
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GenrePoetry
Length4 hrs 33 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 21, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Lamia (Complete Edition) (Annotated)
7BOOK THE SECOND.
2Introduction
8BOOK THE THIRD.
3Synopsis
9Analysis
4Historical Context
10Reflection
5Author Biography
11Memorable Quotes
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