In the division of land among the soldiers after the battle of Philippi (42), he was deprived of his property, which was subsequently restored to him by Augustus.

He lived partly at Rome, partly in Campania.

His health was never good, and he died in his fifty-second year (22 September, 19 B.C.).
Virgil had neither original nor creative genius.

Though he mainly imitated Greek poetry, his style is graceful and eloquent, his tone inspiring and elevating.
In disposition he was childlike, innocent, and amiable,--a good son, a faithful friend, honest, and full of devotion to persons and ideal interests.

He was not, however, fitted to grapple with the tasks and difficulties of practical life.
In his fortunes and friends he was a happy man.