Epistulae ex Ponto
Book • 1938
Ovid's Epistulae ex Ponto, or "Letters from the Black Sea," is a collection of poems written during his exile.
These poems are primarily letters to friends and patrons, expressing his longing for Rome and his pleas for pardon.
They offer a detailed account of his life in exile, describing the harsh conditions and his emotional struggles.
The poems also reveal Ovid's continued engagement with literary themes and his attempts to maintain his reputation despite his circumstances.
They provide a unique perspective on the experience of exile and its impact on a prominent figure.
Their enduring interest lies in their intimate portrayal of Ovid's personal life and his resilience in the face of adversity.
These poems are primarily letters to friends and patrons, expressing his longing for Rome and his pleas for pardon.
They offer a detailed account of his life in exile, describing the harsh conditions and his emotional struggles.
The poems also reveal Ovid's continued engagement with literary themes and his attempts to maintain his reputation despite his circumstances.
They provide a unique perspective on the experience of exile and its impact on a prominent figure.
Their enduring interest lies in their intimate portrayal of Ovid's personal life and his resilience in the face of adversity.
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