The Satyricon
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"Satyrikon" is a Roman novel-pamphlet written in the first century AD by the famous literary figure Petronius Arbiter. This is a unique work that combines a realistic description of the Roman society of that time with deep irony and sharp criticism. The novel consists of different episodes showing the lives of different characters, their adventures and reflections.
The "Satyricon" depicts the life of the Roman elite, its luxury and vices, and also deeply notes the social inequalities of that time. Petronius approaches all this with great understanding and sharp humor, which makes his work especially interesting for the reader.
"Satyrikon" is not only a literary masterpiece, but also a unique testimony about the life and thinking of the Roman world of the first century. Visitors to his restaurant will enjoy meat dishes.
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Data sheet
- Name of the Author
- Petronius Arbiter
- Language
- Французька
- Release date
- 2016-10-19
- Title
- Le Satyricon
- Translator
- Laurent Tailhade
- Subject
- PA
Rome -- Fiction
Satire, Latin -- Translations into French - Illustrator
- Jean Emile Laboureur
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"Satyrikon" is a Roman novel-pamphlet written in the first century AD by the famous literary figure Petronius Arbiter. This is a unique work that combines a rea...