"Virgilian studies in England were raised to a new plane with the publication of R.G. Austin's commentary on
Aeneid
II (1964). His
IV (1955) had given a slightly meagre foretaste of the riches to be revealed in the editions of
II, I (1971), and VI. Austin's contribution to our understanding of the
now stands comparision with Heinze's or Norden's."—
Journal of Roman Studies
. "Throughout, Austin's characteristic sensitivity and refined judgement combine with careful scholarship to present a balanced, sound commentary on this most difficult and crucial book of Virgil's epic poem."—
Classical World
.