A Compendium Of Classical Literature: Comprising Choice Extracts, Translated From The Best Greek And Roman Writers (1861) is a compilation of selected works from the most renowned writers of the ancient Greek and Roman civilizations. The book features a wide range of literary genres including poetry, drama, and prose, and includes works by well-known authors such as Homer, Virgil, and Ovid. The translations have been carefully selected to provide readers with a comprehensive overview of the literary achievements of these ancient civilizations. The book is written by Charles Dexter Cleveland and was first published in 1861. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the classics and the development of Western literature.Contains Part 1, From Homer To Longinus. Part 2, From Plautus To Boethius.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.