Virgil (Poet)

Virgil, a Roman poet who lived from 70 to 19 BCE, is best known for his epic work, the "Aeneid," which tells the story of Aeneas, a Trojan hero who becomes an ancestor of the Romans. His poetry is celebrated for its rich language, exploration of themes like duty and fate, and vivid imagery. Besides the "Aeneid," he also wrote the "Eclogues," pastoral poems focusing on rural life, and the "Georgics," which highlights agriculture and nature. Virgil's influence on literature and culture has been profound, shaping the Western literary tradition for centuries.