Nettleship widmete sich der Erforschung der antiken lateinischen Literatur, mit besonderem Schwerpunkt auf Vergil. Nach dem Tod von John Conington brachte er dessen Werkausgabe von Vergil zum Druck und überarbeitete spätere Fassungen. Seine umfangreiche, zwölfjährige Arbeit an einem lateinischen Lexikon führte zur Veröffentlichung eines originellen Werkes.
A valuable resource for students and teachers of Latin, this book provides a comprehensive guide to translating passages into Latin prose. With clear explanations and helpful examples, it is an essential tool for anyone seeking to improve their Latin translation skills.
Discover the lyrical beauty of Virgil's Eclogues and Georgics through this classic translation by John Conington and Henry Nettleship. Each word is a masterpiece that reveals the depth and richness of the original text. P. Vergili Maronis Opera is a book that every lover of poetry should have in their library.
This book is a collection of essays by Mark Pattison, who was an English scholar and churchman. The essays cover a wide range of topics, including literature, philosophy, and theology. They reflect Pattison's wide-ranging intellectual interests, as well as his deep commitment to the life of the mind. The book is a testament to the enduring importance of scholarship and learning, and a reminder of the many ways in which the pursuit of knowledge can enrich our lives.
First published in 1872, this edition of Persius' satires features a translation and extensive commentary by the classicist John Conington, as well as a lecture on the life and works of the Roman poet by Henry Nettleship. The satires, which offer biting social commentary and critique of the Roman elite, are presented in their original Latin alongside Conington's English translations and Nettleship's insightful analysis. A must-read for students of classics and lovers of Roman literature.