“O Poverty, thy thousand ills combined Sink not so deep into the generous mind, As the contempt and laughter of mankind.”
Quote by Juvenal
Work
The satires of Decimus Junius Juvenalis, tr. into Engl. verse, by W. Gifford, with notes
This book presents a collection of satirical poems written by the Roman poet Decimus Junius Juvenalis. The poems, originally in Latin, have been translated into English verse by W. Gifford. The translation is accompanied by detailed notes that provide context and explanations of the text. more
Author
Juvenal
Juvenal, a renowned Roman poet, died around 100 AD. His poetry is known for its satire and criticism, with major works including 'Satires' and 'Satires Continuati'. Juvenal's poetry reflects the corruption and moral decay of Roman society at the time, and has had a profound impact on literature. more
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