Horatius

Horatius is a historical poem written by Thomas Babington Macaulay, which tells the story of the legendary Roman hero, Horatius Cocles. The poem is set in ancient Rome during the reign of King Tarquin, who is overthrown by the people of Rome. The story follows Horatius, a brave Roman soldier who defends a bridge against an invading army of Etruscans, allowing the Roman army to retreat safely. Horatius fights valiantly against overwhelming odds, and even after his fellow soldiers have fled, he remains steadfast in his defense of the bridge. The poem is a stirring tale of courage, sacrifice, and patriotism, and has become a classic of English literature. Macaulay's vivid descriptions of ancient Rome and his skillful use of language make Horatius a timeless work of art. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in Roman history or epic poetry.THIS 30 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Poems of Knightly Adventure, by Thomas Babington Macaulay. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1417900792.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. Read more