The Sellar, W. Y. (William Young) 1825-1890 creator text utu 2015 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Roman Poets of the Republic, 2nd edition" by W. Y. Sellar is a scholarly examination of Latin poetry written in the late 19th century. The book delves into the characteristics, influences, and merits of Roman poets during the Republic, particularly focusing on their connection to Greek literature and their role in shaping Roman cultural identity. It explores various poets across different periods, offering insights into their themes, styles, and the social context in which they wrote. The opening of the work sets the stage for an in-depth analysis of Roman poetry and its historical significance. Sellar discusses the fluctuating opinions about the value of Latin poetry over time, particularly as it has been compared to the poetry of Greece. He argues that, while Roman poetry was often viewed as imitative rather than original, it still possesses a distinct charm and emotional depth that reflects the complexities of Roman life and character. Sellar also outlines the early development of Roman literary forms and the transition from indigenous poetic traditions to the influence of Greek artistry, emphasizing the unique contributions of individual poets as well as the broader cultural implications of their works. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2015-02-20 Produced by Irma Spehar, Sarah Graham and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries) Original publication data not identified Latin poetry -- History and criticism PA Original publication data not identified ltf96000227 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/48323 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/48323 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134118.0 48323