Horace

"Horace" by William Tuckwell is a biography that journeys into the world of Quintus Horatius Flaccus, better known as Horace, a renowned Roman poet. Beginning with his modest origins, the narrative follows Horace's evolution from a young man shaped by his father's past and a top-notch education in Rome, to a celebrated figure in the Roman literary scene. The book shines a light on the people and ideas that had a big impact on Horace, like his friendships with powerful figures such as Maecenas and Brutus, and the different philosophies he studied as a student in Athens. It illustrates not only Horace's personal story and accomplishments as a poet, but also paints a vivid picture of the society in which he lived, giving readers a great understanding of the man and his times.