Isbn: 9781331808282 - bacchylides: a prose translation (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a rich collection of ancient Greek poetry, specifically odes from Bacchylides, whose works have been rediscovered and recognized for their remarkable literary and historical value. While Bacchylides, a contemporary of the renowned Pindar, may not have achieved the same level of fame, his poetry nonetheless offers a profound and nuanced exploration of Greek mythology, heroism, and human experience. The themes that permeate his verses are as timeless as the tales they tell, delving into the complexities of love, loss, triumph, and the enduring legacy of human endeavor. This book offers a rare glimpse into the ancient Greek worldview, where gods and mortals interact and the boundaries between the sacred and the profane blur. Through Bacchylides' vivid descriptions and lyrical prowess, readers are transported to a world of epic battles, divine interventions, and the eternal quest for honor and glory. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…