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From the award-winning translator of The Iliad and The Odyssey comes a brilliant new translation of Virgil's great epic Fleeing the ashes of Troy, Aeneas, Achilles’ mighty foe in the Iliad, begins an incredible journey to fulfill his destiny as the founder of Rome. His voyage will take him...

With a rich and informative introduction from Emily Wilson, maps drawn especially for this volume, a pronunciation glossary, genealogies, extensive notes, and helpful summaries of each book, this gorgeous edition of Rome’s founding poem will capture the imaginations and stir the souls of a new generation of listeners.

Logan Morrison always fought for everything he had, but it never was much. Growing up truly alone did that to you. One day, when taking on an extra tutoring gig to help out a cute chick with a quirky name, she ends up bringing him back to her place. Cool, right? Well, the next morning, Logan wakes up in chains and comes to learn that Cherry Cola is one beautiful and unhinged monster girl member out of three in a small Fresco City witch coven. Their plans for him? Servitude.

The Aeneid represents one of the greatest cultural and artistic achievements of Western Civilization. Within the brooding and melancholy atmosphere of Virgil's pious masterpiece lies the mythic story of Aeneas and his flight from burning Troy, taking with him across the Mediterranean the survivors of the Greek onslaught. Aeneas, after many travails and adventures, including a love affair with Dido Queen of Carthage and a visit to the underworld to see his father, ends up in Italy.

After a century of civil strife in Rome and Italy, the poet Virgil wrote The Aeneid to honor the emperor Augustus by praising Aeneas, Augustus's legendary ancestor. As a patriotic epic imitating Homer, The Aeneid also set out to provide Rome with a literature equal to that of Greece.

Inca din adolescenta, Briony Tallis isi da seama ca vrea sa abandoneze lumea himerelor pentru a scrie despre oamenii din jur si despre viata reala. Simtul exagerat al ordinii si dreptatii o impinge insa catre un act social gresit, de pe urma caruia vor avea de suferit cei dragi ei. La batranete...

Josh Becker was once pretty average. That was until he won the Gigaball Lottery and got hundreds of millions of dollars (after tax). No, wait. He was still pretty average at heart even after that. It was when the portals started arriving in his backyard and he had to kill monsters every night when he started to become more of a special guy. Now armed with some kind of video-gamey "System", Josh is minding his own business, making sure to deal with the portals and the threats they send each and every night.

The Demon Lord is dead. The System is broken. Somehow, Elias Hearthsong is neither of these things, despite being at the final battle of the Demon Wars. He is a Master Enchanter, perhaps the last one alive. Determined to keep a promise, he crosses the continent to protect his dead friend's legacy: a crumbling orphanage run by a beautiful kitsune. He isn't a teacher, nor does he have experience with children. But with the love of a few good women, anything can become possible.

After surviving a harsh winter, Eli finds himself in a unique situation when a long-lost dungeon is discovered on the property. It could be the perfect proving ground for the students who have earned their Class, but it could also become their tomb. It also doesn't help that the town of Last Stop is in danger. The Edgelands are creeping in and gobbling up entire cities overnight. With nowhere else to take the children, it's up to Eli to come up with a solution to both problems that only a Master Enchanter could accomplish. With the love of a few good women by his side, anything is possible.

Virgils Georgics stands as the second of his three major poetic masterpieces, likely published around 29 BC. This captivating piece, focused on the art of agriculture, is divided into four books, making it the briefest of Virgils principal works with just 2,188 hexametric verses. Drawing inspiration from a rich tapestry of earlier sources, Georgics has left an indelible mark on countless authors from ancient times to the modern era. - Summary by Leni

The Aeneid, a monumental Latin epic crafted by Virgil in the 1st century BC, weaves the legendary tale of Aeneas, a Trojan hero on a quest to reach Italy, where he would become the progenitor of the Romans. The first six books chronicle Aeneas’ adventurous journey from the ruins of Troy to his destined homeland, while the latter half depicts the Trojans hard-fought victory in their war against the Latins. Commissioned by Emperor Augustus, this epic not only glorifies Rome but also offers a poignant commentary on the personal sacrifices made for duty, exemplified in Aeneas’ heart-wrenching ...

The Aeneid stands as the most renowned Latin epic poem, crafted by the illustrious Virgil in the 1st century BC. This timeless tale follows the legendary hero Aeneas, a Trojan prince who bravely leaves the ruins of his homeland to guide his fellow Trojans to a new destiny in Italy, ultimately becoming the forefather of the Romans. The first six books of this epic recount Aeneas’ adventurous journey from the ashes of Troy to the shores of Italy, while the latter half delves into the Trojans triumphant battles against the Latins. Experience this captivating story through J.W. MacKails eloquent...

Dive into the captivating world of Virgils The Aeneid, a timeless Latin epic from the 1st century BC that weaves the legendary tale of Aeneas, a Trojan hero destined to forge the roots of Rome. Through the poems first six books, journey alongside Aeneas as he navigates a treacherous path from the ashes of Troy to the shores of Italy. The latter half chronicles the Trojans fierce battle against the Latins, ultimately leading to their triumph and Aeneas’ legacy. Commissioned by Emperor Augustus, this masterpiece not only celebrates Romes glory but also subtly critiques the choices of its ...

Written between 42 and 39 BC, this collection of poems captivated ancient Rome and continues to enchant readers today. Believed to be divinely inspired by both the Romans and the Medieval Catholic Church, The Eclogues stands as one of the most cherished compilations of Latin poetry. This rendition features a dramatic reading style, with each character voiced by a different talented Librivox volunteer. Experience the beauty of these pastoral verses, with key roles in Eclogues like Meliboeus, Tityrus, and Corydon brought to life by our dedicated readers. Additionally, you can find a Librivox ...

Dean Castle thought the hard part was over. He'd survived the end of the world, built the infrastructure for Evermoon Hollow, and earned his place among the gorgeous vampire women who call the trailer park settlement home. Now he's finally building something permanent—a real cabin, a real life, and real bonds with Susie, Minni, Milly Ann, Dolly, Delphine, and the shy werebat Violet.

It would be an understatement to call Trevon Beaumont an accomplished monster slayer. He's traversed the European countryside upholding the legacy of his clan one completed mission at a time for the whole of his adult life. Now he's on his most perilous quest yet: slay the cruel but beautiful Countess Dracula. Just as the two of them seem ready to conclude their final battle, however, an unexpected act of betrayal sends them hurtling together through time—bloodbonding them, thus entwining their fates.

A BBC Radio 4 dramatisation of Virgil's sweeping epic, starring Ralph Fiennes as Aeneas and Derek Jacobi as the Narrator. One of the classics of all time, The Aeneid was Virgil's last and greatest work. In it, he recounts in vivid imagery the legendary origin of the Roman Empire. The story...

Many executives focus too narrowly on the financial side of their business and neglect the importance of communicating with their employees, the media, and the public. World Class Communication equips you with crisis lessons, procedures, and examples that could help your company save millions of dollars through proper preparation and response. The must-have audiobook every CEO needs, World Class Communication is packed with examples of good and bad handling of countless situations and expert instruction on how to manage them without breaking into a sweat.

With the revelation that the System could be reset in just 30 days, the only hope for the world is the successful completion of Elias Hearthsong's World Quest to establish the orphanage as a school for future adventurers.

Taken from my old life with little memory of what brought me here, I wake up in a high tech capsule. A wrinkly old elf tells me that my soul is incomplete and has been fused with that of a Solar Dragon to give me a second chance at life. Where? When? An urban metropolis filled with fantasy races, erected atop the back of a giant asteroid. Meteoropolis. And millions of years in the future, to boot. But that's not all. I've got super powers, too. To add to the excitement, I end up hosted by an anxious unicorn elf named Pinky Peach who is basically a professional gamer girl.