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The Syrian hostess and her tavern

Posted on June 11, 2021February 21, 2024

Today’s poem is traditionally ascribed to Virgil: it is plenty good enough, though not his usual style. If it does not make you want to spend a hot afternoon relaxing in the shade, see a doctor. The illustration of a Syrian dancer is by Waterhouse.

Hear the Latin and follow in English here.

Posted in BlogTagged Appendix Vergiliana, Carpe diem, Copa syrisca, Syrian dancer, Virgil

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