Épître Aux Pisons Sur L'art Poétique

<p>An English translation of Horace's Epistula ad Pisones (Epistle to the Pisos) more commonly known as Ars Poetica (The Art of Poetry). This work offers invaluable insights into the principles of poetry and drama reflecting Horace's deep understanding of classical literature and his sophisticated approach to literary criticism.</p> <p>Addressed to a father and his two sons from the Piso family the epistle discusses various aspects of poetic composition including the importance of unity decorum and the proper use of language. Horace emphasizes the poet's responsibility to instruct and delight the audience advocating for a balance between artistic innovation and adherence to established literary conventions.</p> <p>Épître Aux Pisons Sur L'art Poétique remains a cornerstone of literary theory studied and appreciated by scholars and writers for its enduring wisdom and practical advice on the art of crafting compelling and meaningful verse.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore you will see the original copyright references library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world) and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America and possibly other nations. Within the United States you may freely copy and distribute this work as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact this work may contain missing or blurred pages poor pictures errant marks etc. Scholars believe and we concur that this work is important enough to be preserved reproduced and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>