Publisher's Synopsis
The Works of Petronius Arbiter is a book written by Petronius Arbiter and first published in 1714. The book is a collection of satirical and comedic stories that poke fun at the excesses and vices of Roman society during the reign of Emperor Nero. The stories are told through the character of Encolpius, a young man who travels from city to city with his friends, experiencing and commenting on the absurdities of Roman life. The book is divided into several sections, each containing a series of short stories that range from bawdy and scandalous to philosophical and reflective. The Works of Petronius Arbiter is considered a classic of Roman literature and a significant influence on later satirical works, including those of Voltaire and Swift.With A Key By A Person Of Honor, And Also His Life And Character. This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
