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  • Latin Literature

    Enriched edition. Exploring the Rich Tapestry of Latin Literary Tradition

    by J. W. Mackail, Victor Ball ...
    In "Latin Literature," J. W. Mackail masterfully surveys the evolution of Latin literary traditions from their origins to the age of the Renaissance. Written in a richly scholarly yet accessible style, the text delves into pivotal works and key figures, illustrating how language, culture, and politics shaped literary expression. Mackail's meticulous analysis captures the dynamic interplay between ... Read more

    Was $4.99 CAD Now $1.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Latin Literature

    by J. W. Mackail ...
    Latin Literature by J. W. Mackail is a comprehensive exploration of the rich tapestry of Latin literary tradition. The book delves into the works of prominent authors, examining their contributions to literature and the cultural context in which they wrote. Mackail's insightful analysis highlights the evolution of themes, styles, and genres, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the ... Read more

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  • Latin Literature

    by J.W. Mackail ...
    To the Romans themselves, as they looked back two hundred years later, the beginnings of a real literature seemed definitely fixed in the generation which passed between the first and second Punic Wars. The peace of B.C. 241 closed an epoch throughout which the Roman Republic had been fighting for an assured place in the group of powers which controlled the Mediterranean world. This was now gained ... Read more

    $4.11 CAD

  • The Life of William Morris

    by J. W. Mackail ...
    Series series Dover Fine Art, History of Art
    Classic biography of the great Victorian poet, designer and socialist. Published a few years after Morris’ death, it chronicles his childhood, days at Oxford, forays into art and literature, embrace of socialism, involvement with the Arts and Crafts movement, founding of the Kelmscott Press, much more. 22 black-and-white illus. ... Read more

    $32.99 CAD

  • The Georgics Of Virgil

    by J. W. MacKail ...
    THE GEORGICS OF VIRGILTranslated by J. W. MacKailThe Georgics, the second major poem which Virgil composed, took seven years to write. He finished it in 29 B.C.E.; it was read to Augustus on his return from the east. This work consists of two thousand lines of poetry on the subject of agriculture, with patriotic overtones and rich mythological allusions. Although some consider this Virgils' best ... Read more

    $4.11 CAD

  • Greenery Street

    by Denis Mackail ...
    PG Wodehouse described this 1925 novel as 'so good that it makes one feel that it's the only possible way of writing a book, to take an ordinary couple and just tell the reader all about them.' Greenery Street can be read on two levels - it is a touching description of a young couple's first year together in London, but it is also a homage - something rare in fiction - to happy married life. Ian ... Read more

    $14.99 CAD

  • The Life of William Morris by John William Mackail - Delphi Classics (Illustrated)

    by John William Mackail ...
    Series Book 45 - Delphi Parts Edition (William Morris)
    This eBook features the unabridged text of ‘The Life of William Morris by John William Mackail by William Morris - Delphi Classics (Illustrated)’ from the bestselling edition of ‘The Complete Works of William Morris’.Having established their name as the leading publisher of classic literature and art, Delphi Classics produce publications that are individually crafted with superior formatting, ... Read more

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  • The Georgics of Virgil

    by Publius Vergilius Maro ...
    Translated by J. W. MacKail ...
    A timeless exploration of humanity's connection to nature, The Georgics of Virgil delves into the art and labor of agriculture while weaving in the grandeur of Roman patriotism and mythology. Composed by Virgil over seven years and completed in 29 B.C.E., this masterful poetic work offers meditations on the cycles of cultivation and their profound alignment with the natural and divine order. Its ... Read more

    $4.99 CAD

  • The Eclogues of Virgil

    by Publius Vergilius Maro ...
    Translated by John William Mackail ...
    The Eclogues of Virgil, composed during the tumultuous period of the late Roman Republic, epitomizes the pastoral genre, blending lyrical beauty with philosophical inquiry. Through ten poems, Virgil captures the idyllic life of shepherds, serving both as a homage to the simplicity of rural existence and a subtle critique of contemporary societal woes. His imaginative embrace of myth and nature ... Read more

    $2.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Dream Whisperer

    Unlock the Power of Your Dreams

    by Davina Mackail ...
    Whatever we’re searching for – more money, better health or a new relationship – our dreams hold the key.Without dreams the world would not be as it is. Did you know that Einstein's theory of relativity, the Periodic Table, Elias Howe's sewing machine and Paul McCartney's Yesterday all came from dreams? Now it’s your turn to discover your dream genius!Practicing shaman Davina Mackail draws on her ... Read more

    $8.69 CAD

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    Also available as: Audiobook

  • The Aeneid

    by Virgil, John Mackail ...
    Fleeing the ashes of Troy, Aeneas, Achilles’ mighty foe in the Iliad, begins an incredible journey to fulfill his destiny as the founder of Rome. His voyage will take him through stormy seas, entangle him in a tragic love affair, and lure him into the world of the dead itself -- all the way tormented by the vengeful Juno, Queen of the Gods. Ultimately, he reaches the promised land of Italy where, ... Read more

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    Also available as: Audiobooks

    Also available as: Audiobooks

  • Greenery Street

    by Denis Mackail ...
    ''Greenery Street'' is the charming 1925 novel by Denis Mackail, public domain in the US and Canada. Mackail's sister was the novelist Angela Thirkell. It chronicles the first year of marriage for a young couple, Ian and Felicity Foster. Set in a fictionalized version of Walpole Street in Chelsea, London, the story is a "comedy of manners" celebrated for its affectionate and humorous portrayal of ... Read more

    $0.99 CAD