This collection of Ovid's poems deals with the whole spectrum of sexual desire, ranging from deeply emotional declarations of eternal devotion to flippant arguments for promiscuity. In the Amores, Ovid addresses himself in a series of elegies to Corinna, his beautiful, elusive mistress. The intimate and vulnerable nature of the poet revealed in these early poems vanishes in the notorious Art of Love, in which he provides a knowing and witty guide to sexual conquest - a work whose alleged obscenity led to Ovid's banishment from Rome in AD 8. This volume also includes the "Cures for Love," with instructions on how to terminate a love affair, and "On Facial Treatment for Ladies," an incomplete poem on the art of cosmetics. For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.
Ovid
Ovid was a Roman poet born in 43 BC, known for his witty and elegant writing style. His most notable works include "Metamorphoses," a narrative poem that explores the theme of change and transformation, and "Ars Amatoria," a satirical guide to love and seduction. Ovid's contributions to literature include his use of mythology and his innovative storytelling techniques. He had a significant impact on the development of poetry and influenced later writers such as Chaucer and Shakespeare. Ovid's most famous work, "Metamorphoses," remains a classic of Western literature.
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