The Aeneid by Virgil

The Aeneid

Virgil with Robert Fagles (Translator)

486 pages first pub -19 (editions)

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Fleeing the ashes of Troy, Aeneas, Achilles’ mighty foe in the Iliad, begins an incredible journey to fulfill his destiny as the founder of Rome. His voyage will take him through stormy seas, entangle him in a tragic love affair, and lure him into...

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Community Reviews Summary of 8,273 reviews

Moods

adventurous 90%
challenging 49%
tense 32%
emotional 30%
dark 27%
reflective 22%
informative 14%
inspiring 13%
sad 12%
mysterious 6%
hopeful 4%
funny 3%
lighthearted 1%
relaxing 1%

Pace

slow 47%
medium 47%
fast 5%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 44% | A mix: 38% | Character: 15% | N/A: 1%

Strong character development?

No: 39% | Yes: 29% | It's complicated: 28% | N/A: 2%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 40% | No: 33% | Yes: 22% | N/A: 3%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 55% | Yes: 19% | It's complicated: 17% | N/A: 7%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 47% | No: 29% | It's complicated: 20% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

3.66

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