Horace Epistles Book II: And Epistola Ad Pisones, Or Art Of Poetry is a literary work written by the ancient Roman poet Horace. The book consists of a collection of letters, or epistles, written in verse form, which were addressed to various individuals, including friends, acquaintances, and public figures. The letters cover a wide range of topics, including philosophy, morality, politics, and literature.The second book of Horace's Epistles is particularly noteworthy for its focus on the art of poetry. In it, Horace provides advice and guidance to aspiring poets, discussing the qualities that make for good poetry and offering tips on how to improve one's writing. He also reflects on the role of the poet in society and the importance of poetry as a means of expressing and preserving cultural values.The book also includes Horace's Epistola Ad Pisones, also known as the Ars Poetica or Art of Poetry. This work is a treatise on the nature of poetry and the principles of poetic composition. It is considered one of the most important works of literary criticism from ancient Rome and has had a lasting influence on the study of poetry and poetics.Overall, Horace Epistles Book II: And Epistola Ad Pisones, Or Art Of Poetry is a valuable resource for anyone interested in ancient Roman literature, poetry, or literary criticism. It provides insight into the mind of one of the greatest poets of the classical world and offers timeless wisdom on the art of writing and the role of literature in society.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
