Why are the deaths of Mezentius and Turnus not portrayed as heroic
victories for Aeneas. Mezentius is a "scorner of the gods", yet Vergil
sets up his death so that the reader pities him. The same is true, in my
opinion, of Turnus's death. Why did Vergil choose to avoid a Hollywood
style mano a mano for these duels? Also, does his choice serve his
Agustan purpose, and if so, how? I'd appreciate any thoughts on this
question. Thanks.
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