An Introduction To Latin Elegiac Verse Composition (1885)

""An Introduction To Latin Elegiac Verse Composition"" is a book written by Joseph Hirst Lupton in 1885. The book is a comprehensive guide to the art of composing elegiac verse in Latin, a form of poetry that is characterized by its use of alternating lines of dactylic hexameter and pentameter. The book is divided into two parts. The first part provides a detailed explanation of the rules and principles of elegiac verse composition, including the structure and meter of the verse, the use of figures of speech, and the techniques for creating effective imagery and emotion. The second part of the book contains a series of exercises and examples designed to help the reader develop their own skills in composing elegiac verse.Throughout the book, Lupton provides a wealth of examples from classical Latin literature, including the works of Ovid, Tibullus, and Propertius. He also includes numerous exercises and practice passages for the reader to work on, along with detailed explanations of the correct answers.Overall, ""An Introduction To Latin Elegiac Verse Composition"" is an essential guide for anyone interested in learning the art of composing elegiac verse in Latin. It is a valuable resource for students of Latin literature, as well as for poets and writers who wish to explore this beautiful and complex form of poetry.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.