11 Questions
Where was Martial born?
Bilbilis, Hispania (Spain)
What did Martial proudly claim descent from?
Celts and Iberians
To which powerful and talented family did Martial attach himself as a client?
The Senecas
Who were some notable figures that belonged to the circle of the Senecas?
Lucan and Calpurnius Piso
What event prompted Martial to look for other patrons after attaching himself to the Senecas?
The unsuccessful plot against the emperor Nero in AD 65
What traditional relationship did Martial have with the powerful patrons he attached himself to?
Client
How many epigrams did Martial write in total?
1,561
In what form are most of Martial's epigrams written?
Elegiac couplets
What is the structure of elegiac couplets used by Martial?
A six-foot line followed by a five-foot line
What kind of unexpected element did Martial often include at the end of his epigrams?
A sting
Who were the subjects of most of Martial's epigrams?
People
Explore the life and works of the Roman poet Martial, who perfected the Latin epigram and provided a vivid picture of Roman society during the early empire. Learn about his background, influences, and contributions to literature.
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