The Satyricon — Volume 02: Dinner of Trimalchio by Petronius Arbiter

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Author Petronius Arbiter, 20-66
Translator Firebaugh, W. C.
Title The Satyricon — Volume 02: Dinner of Trimalchio
Note Reading ease score: 73.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits Produced by David Widger
Summary "The Satyricon — Volume 02: Dinner of Trimalchio" by Petronius Arbiter is a classical novel written during the early Roman Empire period. The work follows the extravagant and often absurd exploits of a group of characters attending a lavish dinner hosted by the wealthy freedman Trimalchio, offering an incisive commentary on the excesses and decadence of Roman society. The opening of the text introduces readers to the opulence of Trimalchio's feast, where guests are treated to a spectacle of bizarre entertainment and extravagant food. Characters, including the narrator and his companions, marvel at the absurdities presented, such as a slave holding a silver chamber-pot and a dog painted on the wall warning guests to beware. As the dinner progresses, Trimalchio's boisterous personality and the antics of the slaves provide a satirical look at social hierarchies and the foolishness that accompanies wealth. The opening portion sets the stage for a blend of humor, social commentary, and vivid imagery that characterizes the rest of the narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PA: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature
Subject Rome -- Fiction
Subject Satire, Latin -- Translations into English
Category Text
EBook-No. 5219
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 28, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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