Eclogae (Eclogues)
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The Eclogues (Eclogae) by Dante Alighieri is a collection of four Latin poems written in the style of Vergil's bucolic poetry. The poems were written in the last years of Dante's life and were exchanged with Giovanni del Virgilio. The poems echo themes from Vergil's Georgics and Aeneid and showcase Dante's mastery of the Latin language and poetic form. While the title of the work suggests a bucolic setting, the poems also incorporate elements of the epic and didactic genres, reflecting Dante's broader literary interests. The poems are notable for their sophisticated use of language, their rich imagery, and their philosophical depth, making them a valuable addition to the canon of medieval Latin literature.Book Details
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