of primitive simplicity; with poetical fictions, mythological fables, and historical traditions. The selection now made from this source will, it is presumed, serve as a pleasing variety in the early stage of Latin reading, and furnish a suitable model for the first efforts in elegiac verse. A few brief and explanatory notes have been subjoined; but the learner has been directed to consult his Classical Dictionary for information connected with proper names. Origin and Causes of the various Victims offered to the Gods. Story of Aristæus and Proteus Arrival of Evander in Italy. Prophecy by his mother FASTI, B. II. Exposure of Romulus and Remus. Foundation of Rome. Festival of Anna Perenna. Its Origin from Anna, Sister of Introduction of the Worship of the Magna Mater, or Cybele, Original Condition of Mankind. Obligations to Ceres FASTI, B. V. |