Listen to the captivating story of Gaius Valerius Catullus, Rome's first "modern" poet, as he takes you on a journey through a world teeming with indulgence and sexual excess. In this accessible and engaging audiobook, author Daisy Dunn brings to life the vibrant narrative of Catullus' life, from his doomed love affairs to his cunning political maneuvers and backstabbing.
Born into one of Verona's esteemed families, Catullus found himself immersed in the bustling city of Rome during his formative years. Rubbing shoulders with the likes of Caesar and Cicero, he chronicled his experiences through his powerful poetry. Renowned for his rebellious and provocative voice, Catullus' poems about his friends exuded humor, often of an obscenely funny nature. However, those who dared to cross him would find themselves the subjects of raunchy verse, subjects of hilarity and ridicule. These scandalous poems spread like wildfire throughout Rome, capturing the attention of many.
Amidst Catullus' clandestine and passionate affair with the alluring and older Clodia, the whole of Italy trembled as Caesar, Pompey, and Crassus formed an ill-fated alliance for power. In these tumultuous years, Catullus' poetry took a darker turn, delving into profound subject matter. Eventually, he crafted his most remarkable work—a poem centered around the decoration on a bedspread—a literary masterpiece that is at the core of this biography, an opus that immortalizes Catullus and elevates him to legendary status.
Let narrator Mike Grady transport you to ancient Rome, where ambition, love, and betrayal collide in the life of one of history's greatest poets. With an audiobook rating of 2.8 out of 5 and a length of 7 hours and 49 minutes, prepare to immerse yourself in a world brimming with passion, wit, and the complexities of Roman society.
