Odes
Horace
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Odes
by Horace
Published
1929
Publisher
Bell
Pages
302
Description
This groundbreaking new translation of Horace's most widely read collection of poetry is rendered in modern, metrical English verse rather than the more common free verse found in many other translations. Jeffrey H. Kaimowitz adapts the Roman poet's rich and metrically varied poetry to English formal verse, reproducing the works in a way that maintains fidelity to the tone, timbre, and style of the originals while conforming to the rules of English prosody. Each poem is true to the sense and aesthetic pleasure of the Latin and carries with it the dignity, concision, and movement characteristic of Horace's writing. Kaimowitz presents each translation with annotations, providing the context necessary for understanding and enjoying Horace's work. He also comments on textual instability and explains how he constructed his verse renditions to mirror Horatian Latin. --Publisher.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Odes?
This edition of Odes has approximately 302 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Odes?
For most readers, Odes typically takes between 6h 18m and 4h 12m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 75,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 5h 2m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 11 days • Estimated word count: 75,500 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Odes?
The estimated word count for Odes is approximately 75,500 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Odes?
Odes was written by Horace.
When was Odes published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1929. The original work may have been published on a different date.