The Art of Poetry: an Epistle to the Pisos Q. Horatii Flacci Epistola Ad Pisones, De Arte Poetica.

"The Art of Poetry: an Epistle to the Pisos" by Horace is an ancient guide that shares advice on writing good poetry. Written as a letter to a Roman family, Horace explains how to write plays, focusing on Roman traditions. The poem starts by talking about how important it is for poems to make sense and stick together well. He makes fun of poems that are messy or confusing, using strong images to show what he means. Horace speaks in a friendly way, like he's having a chat, and warns new writers not to try to do too much, and to always think about how the audience will react. The start of the poem shows Horace teaching and sharing his own experiences, offering tips that can help poets today.