This is the first poem in Catullus’s collection. He will take us on an incredibly varied and exhilarating trip as he hits his stride.
Hear in Latin and follow in English here.
See the blog post with a 5th century illustration here.
Juno’s efforts to sow discord between Aeneas and the Italians are now in full swing, with the able help of the terrifying Fury, Allecto. Visiting King Turnus in disguise, she reveals her true self and sends him wild with anger.
Hear the Latin and follow in English here.
See the illustrated blog post here.