Before you begin to explore, read the assignment page to guide your work. Roman World Begin by learning a few things about the world of ancient Rome. The Columbia Encyclopedia provides an overview of classical Latin literature. Ovid's Metamorphoses Read the invocation which begins Ovid's epic poem. You could continue reading until you finish the entire poem.
Latin Authors Explore the lives and works of some important ancient Roman writers.
Vergil Learn the plot and get to know the major characters from Vergil's epic poem about the founding of Rome. Augustine St. Augustine was an African living in the Roman Empire. He was one of the earliest important Christian writers. The myths and legends of the ancient Romans are told here in a very famous collection. Other Links Here are links to other websites which will give you access to author biographies, literary texts and related materials.