003 - Book first The Coming of Aeneas to Carthage part 2

The Aeneid stands as the most renowned Latin epic poem, crafted by the illustrious Virgil in the 1st century BC. This timeless tale follows the legendary hero Aeneas, a Trojan prince who bravely leaves the ruins of his homeland to guide his fellow Trojans to a new destiny in Italy, ultimately becoming the forefather of the Romans. The first six books of this epic recount Aeneas’ adventurous journey from the ashes of Troy to the shores of Italy, while the latter half delves into the Trojans triumphant battles against the Latins. Experience this captivating story through J.W. MacKails eloquent prose translation. (Summary by Leni)