The Aeneid

The epic poem narrates the legendary journey of Aeneas, a Trojan hero destined to reach Italy and become the progenitor of the Roman people. Written by Virgil in the late 1st century BC, it explores themes of fate, duty, and the struggles of establishing a new homeland. Through Aeneas's adventures, the poem intertwines myth and history, highlighting the significance of his quest in shaping the future of Rome.