The Poems of Catullus

<p>Written in the twilight of the Roman Republic the poetry of Gaius Valerius Catullus offers a delicious insight into the passions and gossip of high Roman society.</p> <p>From the poet and his friends to cultural and political titans including Caesar Cicero and Pompey his cutting modern verse spares no-one. In this new translation by Daisy Dunn author of Catullus’ Bedspread his obscene honesty arrogant wit and surprising tenderness capture Roman society at their best.</p> <p>Most famous for his obsessive love lyrics for the married Lesbia Catullus’ words are an immortal expression of youth rebellion and agonised love.</p>