Rhetoric of the Roman Fake

Explore the intriguing world of literary forgeries with Rhetoric of the Roman Fake by Irene Peirano, published by Cambridge University Press in 2015. This groundbreaking publication is the first comprehensive analysis of Roman literary fakes written in English in over fifty years. Spanning 322 pages, Peirano provides a thorough historical examination of how forgeries shaped Imperial Roman literary culture, alongside a fresh theoretical perspective on the significance of spurious works in literature and literary criticism. Delve deep into the connections between authorship, Latin poetry, and the rhetorical strategies that underpin these fascinating fakes, as you uncover the insights that have sparked discussions among scholars and enthusiasts alike. A must-read for anyone interested in ancient literature, Ovid, and Virgil, this paperback is an essential addition to your literary collection.