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“This victory will be your I ruin.”

Quote by Ovid

Book:Fasti

Work

Fasti is a work that provides a detailed account of the Roman calendar and its associated festivals, showcasing a variety of poetic forms and themes. more

Author

Ovid, born on March 20, 43 BC and died in 1 BC, was a renowned Roman poet of the ancient world. His works are diverse, including love poems, mythological poems, and satirical poems, with 'Metamorphoses' being his most famous work. more

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