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Longinus On the Sublime

by Longinus

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The text which has been followed in the present Translation is that of Jahn (Bonn, 1867), revised by Vahlen, and republished in 1884. In several instances it has been found necessary to diverge from Vahlen’s readings, such divergencies being duly pointed out in the Notes. One word as to the aim and scope of the present Translation. My object throughout has been to make Longinus speak in English, to preserve, as far as lay in my power, the noble fire and lofty tone of the original.

First published: 1742
Category
Literary Criticism
Priority
Must-Read
Author works
1
Language
eng
Subjects
Ancient RhetoricArtEarly works to 1800Greek languageLiterary styleRhetoricTerms and phrasesThe SublimeAestheticsGreek literature, history and criticism

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