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by Gaius Petronius (Author), W. C. Firebaugh (Translator)
The Satyricon of Petronius Arbiter is a novel written by Roman author Petronius, also known as Gaius Petronius. The book is a satirical and bawdy tale that follows the adventures of Encolpius, a young man who travels through the Roman Empire with his lover, Giton, and their friend, Ascyltus. The novel is divided into several episodes that parody different aspects of Roman society, including education, religion, and sexuality. Throughout the book, the characters engage in various sexual escapades, often with multiple partners and in unconventional settings. The Satyricon is notable for its vivid descriptions of Roman life and its use of satire to critique the excesses and moral decay of the empire. The book has influenced many writers and artists over the centuries and remains a classic of Roman literature.1922. With an essay by Charles Whibley. Satyricon, ascribed by tradition to that of Petronius who, at the court of Nero, acted as arbiter of elegance and dictator of fashion. The Satyricon is a romance with skillfully drawn characters, written in prose interspersed with verse. Parts of the 15th and 16th books have been preserved. Among the surviving fragments the most complete and valuable section is the Cena Trimalchionis, presenting a humorous episode of vulgar display on the part of a man whose great wealth is newly acquired. These satires furnish a vivid study of the life and manners of the time in a sustained, connected example of the colloquial language. The Latin style of Petronius is among the best of its period.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
