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A collection of epigrams by Martial, the famed Roman poet, rendered into English by Paul Nixon. Martial, known for his wit and keen observations of Roman society, offers glimpses into daily life, social customs, and the personalities of his time. These short, pointed verses capture the essence of Roman life with humor and satire. Paul Nixon's translation brings Martial's sharp wit to a modern audience, preserving the original's playful tone and insightful commentary. ""A Roman Wit"" provides a fascinating window into the world of ancient Rome, offering both entertainment and a unique perspective on human nature. This collection is a valuable resource for students of classical literature and anyone interested in Roman history and culture. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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