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. Virgil

Virgil (70 BC-19 BC) was a Roman poet. He was born near Mantua in northern Italy. Educated in rhetoric, medicine, astronomy, and philosophy, Virgil moved to Rome where he was known as a particularly shy member of Catullus' literary circle. Suffering from poor health for most of his life, Virgil began his career as a poet while studying Epicureanism in Naples. Around 38 BC, he published the Eclogues , a series of pastoral poems in the style of Hellenistic poet Theocritus. In 29 BC, Virgil...See more

Personality Profile For . Virgil

. Virgil

The following is a personality profile of Virgil based on his work.

Virgil is shrewd, skeptical and tranquil.

He is adventurous, he is eager to experience new things. He is imaginative as well: he has a wild imagination. But, Virgil is also proud: he holds himself in high regard, satisfied with who he is.

More than most people, his choices are driven by a desire for efficiency.

He is relatively unconcerned with both taking pleasure in life and independence. He prefers activities with a purpose greater than just personal enjoyment. And he welcomes when others direct his activities for him.


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