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Published around 30 BCE, the second book of Satires is a series of poems composed in dactylic hexameter by the Roman poet Horace. ''Satires 2.5''〔http://www.poetryintranslation.com/PITBR/Latin/HoraceSatiresBkIISatV.htm〕 stands out in the work for its unique analysis of legacy hunting. ==Plot Summary== Horace's ''Satire Book II, Satire V'' is poem about a discussion between Ulysses and Tiresias that is presented as a continuation of their interaction in the underworld in Book 11 of Homer's ''Odyssey''. Ulysses is concerned that he will have no wealth once he returns to Ithaca because the suitors will have squandered the contents of his storehouses. Stating bluntly that breeding and character are meaningless without wealth, he asks Tiresias for any suggestions on how to rebuild his prosperity. Tiresias suggests that Ulysses try his hand at legacy hunting, and gives examples of characters through history that have ingratiated themselves with the affluent in order to be named as benefactors in their will. Despite Ulysses’ skepticism, Tiresias asserts the plan's merit and provides examples of how to curry favor. ;Outline of the Poem〔Roberts, Michael. "Horace Satires 2.5: Restrained Indignation." The American Journal of Philology 105.4 (1984). pg. 427〕 :A. 1-22 Introduction :B. 23-44 Ensnarement of Victim. Flattery :C. 45-69 Precautions. Failure :D. 70-98 Maintenance of Hold over Victim. Flattery :E. 99-110 Conclusions. Success 抄文引用元・出典: フリー百科事典『 ウィキペディア（Wikipedia）』 ■ウィキペディアで「Satires 2.5 (Horace)」の詳細全文を読む スポンサード リンク
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