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The Art of Love by Ovid is a didactic poem providing advice on romantic pursuits, divided into three books: the first two offer guidance to men on how to find, win, and retain a woman's affection, while the third offers advice to women on attracting and managing a lover. The work includes strategies, tips on appearance, behavior, and letter writing, and emphasizes both charm and intellect in romantic endeavors amidst many allusions to classical myths and authors. The poem includes themes of coercion, non-consensual acts, and infidelity.