Books by Decimus Magnus Ausonius

The writings of Ausonius, the poet and politician of the fourth century AD, have been made much more accessible by recent research. In producing this newly revised text and apparatus criticus, Professor Green takes account of recent studies of the text and its problems. He presents a carefully reconsidered text in a user-friendly way.

Ausonius, the most famous of the learned poets active in the second half of the fourth century, held important public offices. The subjects of many of his poems are typical of the academic world of the time. This work features translations that aim to reflect his unique sense of humor and illustrate the spirit of his times.