Elegiac Love and Death in Vergil's Aeneid

Discover the intricate interplay of love and loss in Sarah L. McCallum's insightful work, Elegiac Love and Death in Vergil's Aeneid. Published by Oxford University Press in 2023, this compelling hardback volume spans 236 pages and delves into Vergil's profound engagement with elegy, both in its romantic and funerary forms. McCallum poses thought-provoking questions that illuminate the complexities of the Aeneid, offering revisionary readings of pivotal episodes and transformative interpretations of its central characters. This book is essential for anyone interested in classical literature, social history, and the rich tapestry of themes woven throughout Vergil's epic. Enhance your understanding of this timeless work and explore the depths of elegiac themes that resonate through history.