The Aeneid (Penguin Classics)
by Virgil
Virgil's The Aeneid recounts the epic journey of Aeneas from the ruins of Troy to the founding of Rome. This Penguin Classics edition offers a faithful translation of the ancient Roman masterpiece, blending adventure, mythology, and profound reflections on destiny and empire-building.
About This Book
The Aeneid is an epic poem composed by the Roman poet Virgil in the 1st century BCE. It narrates the adventures of Aeneas, a Trojan prince who escapes the fall of Troy and embarks on a voyage to Italy, where he is fated to establish the origins of Rome.
Divided into twelve books, the poem blends mythology, history, and philosophy, exploring themes of destiny, piety, and the founding of an empire. Virgil draws on earlier Greek epics like the Iliad and Odyssey to craft a national epic for Rome.
This Penguin Classics edition provides an accessible translation, preserving the grandeur and emotional depth of the original Latin text. It serves as an essential read for understanding ancient literature and Roman identity.
Through vivid descriptions of battles, journeys, and divine interventions, The Aeneid captures the human struggle against fate and the pursuit of a greater purpose.
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