Catullus

Roz Kaveneys modern adaptations of Catullus poems bring them right up to date - in all their sometimes shocking new-ness a good reminder how edgy ancient poetry could be.- Mary Beard Professor of Classics University of CambridgeTo make Catullus much-translated poems seem surprising and fresh is a rare achievement - but nothing less than the most scabrous the most tender of Roman poets deserves. A wonderful feat.- Tom Holland historian and novelistHilarious poignant mischievous distraught Roz Kaveneys twinkling versions capture the staggering range of Catullus poetic moods subjects and forms ... She nails the jokes uproariously; brilliantly sees how Catullus world and ours superimpose ...- Nick Lowe Reader in Classics Royal Holloway UniversityIn a great time for female translators of Catullus Roz Kaveneys versions are a particular delight. With her use of language and verse structure she seems to capture the authentic voice of the poet.- Tony Keen Adjunct Assistant Professor University of Notre Dame