{"product_id":"the-satyricon-of-petronius-arbiter-petronius-arbiter","title":"The Satyricon of Petronius Arbiter - Petronius Arbiter","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Satyricon of Petronius Arbiter - Petronius Arbiter\u003c\/em\u003e by Petronius Arbiter is a paperback for readers who enjoy fiction with real texture to it. Runs to about 166 pages, so it's an easy book to lose an evening to, and a nice one to give.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat it's about\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Satyricon of Petronius Arbiter by Petronius Arbiter is one of the most remarkable surviving works of ancient Roman literature—a bold and often irreverent satire that offers a vivid portrait of life during the reign of Emperor Nero. Blending prose and verse, this fragmented yet influential narrative follows the adventures of Encolpius and his companions through episodes of excess, intrigue, humor, and social commentary. Most famous for the Cena Trimalchionis (The Banquet of Trimalchio), the work provides a sharp and entertaining critique of wealth, pretension, morality, and cultural decadence in imperial Rome. Combining satire, realism, and early novelistic storytelling, The Satyricon stands as a foundational text in classical literature and the development of the Western novel. Essential for readers of Roman history, classical studies, satire, and ancient fiction, this enduring masterpiece continues to illuminate the complexities and contradictions of Roman society.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBook details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Petronius Arbiter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paperback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e English\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 166\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e DD Books\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublished:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCategory:\u003c\/strong\u003e Classics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs The Satyricon of Petronius Arbiter available in paperback or hardcover?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis listing is for the paperback edition of \u003cem\u003eThe Satyricon of Petronius Arbiter\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat language is this edition in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis edition is in English.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho wrote The Satyricon of Petronius Arbiter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Satyricon of Petronius Arbiter is written by Petronius Arbiter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow fast does Bookston ship?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eShipping is free on every order, with no minimum. We ship within the United States only; orders leave our Denver, Colorado warehouse in 1–2 business days and usually arrive within 5–7 business days.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat if the book arrives damaged or isn't what I expected?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou have 30 days from delivery to return it in new condition for a full refund. If it arrived damaged, defective or wrong, we cover the return shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bookston","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":67807179538543,"sku":"9789377464400","price":9.14,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/2004\/0303\/files\/81sQqHmF_EL.jpg?v=1792258422","url":"https:\/\/bookston.com\/products\/the-satyricon-of-petronius-arbiter-petronius-arbiter","provider":"Bookston","version":"1.0","type":"link"}