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The Erotic Poems (Penguin Classics)

by Ovid and Green

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ISBN13: 9780140443608
ISBN10: 0140443606
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Collection of poems dealing with the whole spectrum of sexual desire, written by the 1st century poet.

Synopsis:

Ovid's poems deal with the spectrum of sexual desire, from deeply emotional declarations of devotion, to flippant arguments for promiscuity. Poems include elegies to Ovid's mistress, advice on courtship, suggestions on how to break off a relationship, and a discussion of the art of cosmetics.
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Table of Contents

The amores — The art of love — Cures for love — On facial treatment for ladies.
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ISBN:
9780140443608
Editor:
Green, Peter
Introduction:
Green, Peter
Introduction:
Green, Peter
Editor:
Green, Peter
Author:
Green, Peter
Author:
Ovid
Publisher:
Penguin Books
Location:
Harmondsworth, Middlesex, England ;
Subject:
General
Subject:
Poetry
Subject:
Man-woman relationships
Subject:
Skin
Subject:
Seduction
Subject:
Sex customs
Subject:
Ancient, Classical & Medieval
Subject:
Roman Literature
Subject:
Ovid
Subject:
Didactic poetry, Latin
Subject:
Separation
Subject:
Elegiac poetry, Latin
Subject:
Erotic poetry, Latin
Subject:
Sex customs -- Rome -- Poetry.
Subject:
Skin -- Care and hygiene.
Copyright:
1982
Edition Description:
Bibliography: p. 429-430
Series:
Penguin Classics
Series Volume:
55, 161, 181, 205
Publication Date:
February 1983
Binding:
Paperback
Grade Level:
General/trade
Language:
English
Illustrations:
Yes
Pages:
464
Dimensions:
7.76x5.20x.83 in. .72 lbs.
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