WOMEN AND SILENCE IN "PERVIGILIUM VENERIS"

Discover a fascinating monograph that analyzes the anonymous poem Pervigilium Veneris, inspiring numerous literary and musical interpretations. This book is the first Polish study of this work, shedding new light on its authorship and motifs.

• First Polish monograph on Pervigilium Veneris
• Analysis of similarities to the poetry of Nemesianus
• Confirmation of the thesis about the authorship of Nemesianus
• Interpretation of the portrayal of the goddesses Diana and Venus
• Comparison with prefigurations in the poems of Lucretius, Catullus, Statius and Nemesianus
• Reflection on the motif of women's silence
• Research supported by the University of Silesia in Katowice

This monograph analyzes in detail the remarkable similarities of turns and motifs that appear both in Pervigilium Veneris and in the poetry of Nemesianus. Thanks to this, the author confirms Monceaux's thesis, suggesting that the author of the poem could have been Nemesianus, a Carthaginian poet active in the 3rd century AD. This groundbreaking discovery sheds new light on the historical and literary context of this anonymous work.

The author also focuses on the techniques of portraying the goddesses Diana and Venus and the sisters Philomela and Procne, comparing them with prefigurations contained in the poems of, among others, Lucretius, Catullus, Statius and Nemesianus. This is a deep comparative analysis that allows a better understanding of the symbolism and meaning of these figures in ancient literature. This book is the result of research supported by funds granted under the Research Excellence Initiative program of the University of Silesia in Katowice, which guarantees its high scientific level and reliability.

The subject of reflection are also the enigmatic words Terei puella and Illa cantat, nos tacemus, which refer to the motif of women's silence, strongly emphasized in ancient literature. The author analyzes how this motif is presented in Pervigilium Veneris and what significance it has for the interpretation of the entire poem. This is a fascinating journey through the world of ancient literature, which will certainly interest all lovers of classics and literary history. This book is a valuable source of knowledge for students, researchers and all those interested in ancient literature and its influence on European culture.

The University of Silesia Publishing House presents this monograph in a careful edition, with attention to editorial details. The book has 138 pages, a format of 211x139 mm and a paperback cover. The year of publication is 2025, which guarantees the topicality and freshness of the presented research. This is a must-read for anyone who wants to explore the secrets of ancient literature and understand its impact on contemporary culture.