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The Aeneid of Virgil
John Conington · 1866
An English verse translation of Virgil's epic the Aeneid, by John Conington, published in 1866.
An English verse translation of Virgil's Aeneid, part of a long tradition of rendering his epic for new readers.
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What it is
This is an English translation of Virgil's epic poem the Aeneid, made by John Conington in 1866. It is hosted on Wikisource and includes a preface discussing earlier translations of Virgil's work.
Why it matters
This translation reflects the long tradition of English scholars and poets attempting to render Virgil's Latin epic into English verse, following famous predecessors like Dryden. It shows how Virgil's Aeneid remained central to literary education and culture for centuries after it was written.
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- Why does Conington discuss earlier translations of Virgil in his preface, including the poet Dryden?
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