The seventh book is of a more miscellaneous character than the preceding. Saturnalia books 1 2 by macrobius, ambrosius aurelius theodosius kaster, robert a. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Abstract in laying the groundwork for a new edition of macrobius saturnalia, i have extensively checked the reports of the manuscripts in the teubner edition of james willis 1963, drawn on the collations of two important manuscripts published by m. Studies on the text of macrobius saturnalia is a companion to new editions of macrobius encyclopedic dialogue that are. The saturnalia, macrobiuss encyclopedic celebration of roman cult. The saturnalia consists of an account of the discussions held at the house of vettius agorius praetextatus during the holiday of the saturnalia. Macrobius s saturnalia, an encyclopedic celebration of roman culture written in the early fifth century ce, has been prized since the renaissance as a treasure. That achievement has many advantages and one rather insidious virtue. Kaster, 97801997565, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. The work takes the form of a series of dialogues among learned men at a fictional banquet at which they discuss antiquities, history, literature, mythology, and other topics. Cast in the form of a dialogue and arranged by modern editors in seven books, it treats subjects as diverse as the divinity of the sun and the quirks of human digestion, and above all the poetry of vergil, whom it. Books 56 by ambrosius aurelius theodosius macrobius, robert a kaster and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. The saturnalia, macrobius encyclopaedic celebration of roman culture, has been prized since the renaissance as a treasure trove of ancient lore, much of it otherwise unattested.
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Saturnalia, macrobius, books 67, kaster, robert, harvard university press. Macrobiuss saturnalia shows social constraints on mens. Commentarius ex cicerone in somnium scipionis, a work in his book much studied during the middle. Studies on the text of macrobius saturnalia society for classical studies american classical studies no. Studies on the text of macrobius saturnalia by robert kaster. The saturnalia is a diverse, fragmentary work kaster estimates that 40 percent has been lost in the form of a symposium featuring some of the learned gentlemen of the late fourth century, meeting over several days during the solstice festival to trot out their knowledge on bookish subjects. Studies on the text of macrobius saturnalia is a companion to new editions of macrobius encyclopedic dialogue that are to appear in the loeb classical library and the oxford classical texts series. Ambrosius theodosius macrobius, latin grammarian and philosopher whose most important work is the saturnalia, the last known example of the long series of symposia headed by the symposium of plato. The saturnalia, macrobius encyclopedic celebration of roman culture written in the early fifth century ce, has been prized since the renaissance as a treasure trove of otherwise unattested lore. Cast in the form of a dialogue it treats diverse topics while showcasing virgil as master of all human knowledge, from diction to religion. Saturnalia booksawards for collections of poetry interested in working with saturnalia books. Kaster is professor of classics and kennedy foundation professor of latin, princeton university and the author of commentaries on cicero, seneca, and suetonius. Ambrosius theodosius macrobius, flourished ad, latin grammarian and philosopher whose most important work is the saturnalia, the last known example.
Studies on the text of macrobius saturnalia book, 2010. Edt the saturnalia, macrobiuss encyclopedic celebration of roman culture written in the early fifth century ce, has been prized since the renaissance as a treasure trove of otherwise unattested lore. The bill of fare of a great roman banquet, 63 bce introduction adapted from davis the romans laid a vast stress upon the joys of eating. Saturnalia, books 12 by ambrosius theodosius macrobius. Saturnaliorum libri septem, seven books of the saturnalia consists of an account of the discussions held at the house of vettius agorius praetextatus during the holiday of the saturnalia. The holiday was celebrated with a sacrifice at the temple of saturn, in the roman forum, and a public banquet, followed by private giftgiving, continual partying, and a carnival atmosphere that overturned roman social. We use cookies to give you the best possible experience. Macrobiuss saturnalia, an encyclopedic celebration of roman culture written in the early fifth century ce, has been prized since the renaissance as a treasure. Studies on the text of macrobius saturnalia book depository. His major works have led experts to assume that he was a pagan. The saturnalia, macrobius s encyclopedic celebration of roman culture written in the early fifth century ce, has been prized since the renaissance as a treasure trove of otherwise unattested lore. The saturnalia, macrobius s encyclopedic celebration of roman culture written in the early fifth century ce, has been prized since the renaissance as a treasure trove of. Saturnaliorum libri septem, seven books of the saturnalia is a work written after c.
Macrobius s saturnalia, an encyclopedic celebration of roman culture written in the early fifth century ce, has been prized since the renaissance as a treasure trove of otherwise unattested lore. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. The saturnalia contains the first pagan mention of the slaughter of the innocents at bethlehem ii. The work takes the form of a series of dialogues among learned men at a fictional banquet.
Macrobii ambrosii theodosii saturnalia by robert a. Little is known for certain about macrobius, but there are many theories and speculations about him. The saturnalia, macrobiuss encyclopedic celebration of roman culture written in the early fifth century ce, has been prized since the renaissance as a treasure trove of otherwise unattested lore. The medieval tradition of macrobius saturnalia robert kaster, princeton university. Seven books of the saturnalia world digital library.
Harry thurston peck, harpers dictionary of classical. Oct 29, 2010 studies on the text of macrobius saturnalia is a companion to new editions of macrobius encyclopedic dialogue that are to appear in the loeb classical library and the oxford classical texts series. This text is part of the internet ancient history sourcebook. The saturnalia, macrobius s encyclopedic celebration of. Studies on the text of macrobius saturnalia society for.
Saturnalia macrobius a 1560 printed edition of macrobius s saturnalia, included alongside cicero s somnium scipionis. The first chapter reports the results of a new survey of all the extant manuscripts of the work written before the th century and provides the first detailed stemma, which allows the early. Macrobiuss saturnalia, an encyclopedic celebration of roman culture written in the early fifth century ce, has been prized since the renaissance as a treasure trove of otherwise unattested lore. Robert a kaster the saturnalia, macrobius encyclopedic celebration of roman culture written in the early fifth century ce, has been prized since the renaissance as a treasure trove of otherwise unattested lore. The oct text has been prepared for by his studies on the text of macrobius saturnalia oxford, 2010. Studies on the text of macrobius saturnalia robert. No latinist will run that sort of risk with the saturnalia of macrobius ambrosius theodosius.
Studies on the text of macrobius saturnalia society for classical studies american classical studies book 55 kindle edition by kaster, robert. We award three annual prizes for poetry manuscripts. Apr 18, 2020 february plural februaries or februarys the short month following january and preceding march in the roman, julian, and gregorian calendars, used in all three calendars for intercalation or addition of leap days. Cast in the form of a dialogue, the saturnalia treats subjects as diverse as the divinity of the sun and the quirks of human digestion while showcasing virgil as the master of all human knowledge. Macrobii ambrosii theodosii saturnalia oxford classical. Ambrosius theodosius macrobius roman scholar britannica.
Jun 30, 2018 saturnalia, macrobius, books 67, kaster, robert, harvard university press. Jan 05, 2011 the saturnalia, macrobiuss encyclopedic celebration of roman culture written in the early fifth century ce, has been prized since the renaissance as a treasure trove of otherwise unattested lore. The heavens, meanwhile, revolve and night rushes on from ocean a. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading studies on the text of macrobius saturnalia society for classical studies american classical. Ambrosius theodosius macrobius, flourished ad, latin grammarian and philosopher whose most important work is. Numerous educational institutions recommend us, including oxford university, michigan state university, and university of minnesota we have also been recommended for educational use by the following publications. The saturnalia, macrobiuss encyclopedic celebration of.
Cast in the form of a dialogue, it treats diverse topics while showcasing virgil as master of all human knowledge, from diction to religion. Macrobiuss account of afterdinner jesting book 2 ends at 2. The saturnalia, macrobiuss encyclopedic celebration of roman culture written in the early fifth century ce. Studies on the text of macrobius saturnalia by robert a. Bob kaster a neglected witness to macrobius saturnalia t. Having worked his way into macrobius head, kaster saves us the trouble of doing so on our own. This codex from the plutei collection of the biblioteca medicea laurenziana in florence contains the complete text of saturnalia by the fourth.
Kaster is professor of classics and kennedy foundation professor of latin at princeton university. Jul 23, 2019 macrobiuss saturnalia, an encyclopedic celebration of roman culture written in the early fifth century ce, has been prized since the renaissance as a treasure. Macrobius, saturnalia, book i, chapter xiii, sections 35. On concern for verecundia in macrobiuss saturnalia, kaster 1980 and. Dec 29, 2010 studies on the text of macrobius saturnalia by robert a. The first chapter reports the results of a new survey of all the extant manuscripts of the work written before the th century and provides the first detailed stemma, which allows the early medieval archetype to be reconstructed more reliably than previously.
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