The Love of Rome - (Authoritative French Translation Full Edition)

Author: Ovid (Ancient Rome)
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Publish Date: 2006-10-01
Features: The Art of Love is a legendary and tumultuous masterpiece in the history of Ancient Roman and world literature, a classic work exploring the love between men and women. Together with India's Kama Sutra and China's The Secret of the Nü (or The Way of the Women), it is regarded as a classic of world love culture. Compared to the other two classics, The Art of Love is imbued with poetic elegance and the romantic spirit of love throughout its pages. The author cites numerous love stories from Greek and Roman mythology, describing the love between men and women with profound knowledge and exquisite literary craftsmanship. The language is meticulously polished, delicate, and subtle, reaching the pinnacle of skill in the use of rhythm and diction. Even when dealing with matters of the flesh, it remains tasteful and avoids vulgarity, offering a beautiful artistic experience.
Part I: Amores (The Loves), the poet speaks in the first person, singing of his love for Corinna.
Part II: Ars Amatoria (The Art of Love), the poem separately instructs men and women in the techniques and arts of love.
Part III: Amor Remediis (Cures for Love), the poet lists various methods to help those who have suffered in love to alleviate their inner frustrations and pains.