Eclogues, Georgics: Latin and English Parallel Translation (Hopkins Classical Collection)

HOPKINS CLASSICAL COLLECTION The Eclogues, also known as the Bucolics, marks the beginning of his three major works. Inspired by Greek bucolic poetry, he uniquely adapts it to Roman settings, blending drama and myth to depict Rome’s revolutionary upheavals from around 44 to 38 BC. The poems feature shepherds singing about love, change, and contentment in rural landscapes, introducing elements of political tension amid idyllic scenes. Virgil weaves a captivating blend of visionary politics and eroticism, earning him widespread fame and legendary status during his lifetime. The Georgics, explores agriculture and was likely published around 29 BCE. Despite its serene rural appearance, it delves into themes with underlying tensions. As his second significant work, it has influenced writers through the ages, preceding the renowned Aeneid.