Poems on Various Subjects, Religious and Moral · Character
Maro
A reference to the Roman poet Virgil, used as a poetic figure.
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First appearance: To Maecenas
Maro shows up with force in To Maecenas. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Referenced as 'Great Maro' (Virgil), whose heavenly numbers inspire the speaker.
Maro first appears in 0004 to maecenas.
In To Maecenas: Referenced as 'Great Maro' (Virgil), whose heavenly numbers inspire the speaker.
Later, in On Recollection: Mentioned as a source of sweet, entertaining strains, alluding to Virgil.
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- Other
Character groups
- Mythological and Classical Figures
- Protagonist
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See Maro in To Maecenas