The Roman Poets of the Republic, 3rd edition

"The Roman Poets of the Republic" by W. Y. Sellar is a study of Roman poetry in the Republic period, examining the change and nature of Roman poetry and its reaction to Roman life and values. Through discussion, the author illustrates the historical situation of Roman poetry, touching on the significant poets of the day and how they were influenced by Greek styles mixed with Italian modes. This analysis underlines the originality of Roman poets in communicating personal experiences while also detailing the stylistic aspects that differentiate their works from their Greek inspirations.