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71 BC-20 BC
No author biography available.
1757
Virgil
1757
Translated by Robert Mellin
Portrayed in subsequent literature. The poems within ''Bucolica'' are structured as Eclogues, depicting conversations between various pastoral characters, including Tityrus, Meliboeus, and Corydon. Each Eclogue presents a distinct narrative that explores different aspects of rural existence, including love, loss, and the impact of war on the idyllic countryside. For instance, the first Eclogue introduces Tityrus, who enjoys the peace granted by a benevolent god while Meliboeus laments the hardships brought by conflict. Through lyrical language and vivid imagery, Virgil paints a picture of pastoral life that contrasts with the turmoil of urban society, emphasizing the beauty and richness of the natural world as well as the emotional struggles of its inhabitants.