He battles raging storms in the Mediterranean, encounters the fearsome Cyclopes, falls in love with Dido, Queen of Carthage, travels into the Underworld and wages war in Italy. Here they settled and laid the foundations of Roman power. Hardie Summary: The legendary origin of the Roman nation which tells the story of the Trojan Prince Aeneas who escaped with some of his men after Troy fell and sailed to Italy under the protection of the goddess Venus. As Aeneas journeys closer to his goal, he must first prove his worth and attain the maturity necessary for such an illustrious task. The Aeneid Authors: Virgil, Robert Fitzgerald, Philip R. Virgil’s epic tale tells the story of Aeneas, a Trojan hero, who flees his city after its fall, with his father Anchises and his young son Ascanius – for Aeneas is destined to found Rome and father the Roman race. Mackail and has an afterword by Coco Stevenson. These beautiful books make perfect gifts or a treat for any book lover. The Aeneid Authors: Virgil, Robert Fitzgerald, Philip R. Part of the Macmillan Collector’s Library a series of stunning, clothbound, pocket sized classics with gold foiled edges and ribbon markers. The Aeneid – thrilling, terrifying and poignant in equal measure – has inspired centuries of artists, writers and musicians. Condition: New with remainder mark & minor bookshelf wear
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