The Georgics by Virgil – Penguin Classics- (Paperback)

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Synopsis:

Virgil’s Georgics is a four-book didactic poem that celebrates the beauty of the natural world and the dignity of labour, particularly in farming. Blending practical advice on agricultural methods with philosophical reflections on nature, the human condition, and the Roman Empire, it offers a rich and thoughtful exploration. The poem also weaves in mythology, highlighting the intricate relationship between humanity, the natural world, and the gods.

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Book Specifications:

• TITLE: The Georgics 
• AUTHOR: Virgil -Translated into English Verse with Introduction and notes by L.P. Wilkinson 
• BINDING: Paperback
• PUBLISHER: Penguin Books
• YEAR OF PUBLICATION: 1982

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