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Select Epigrams From the Greek Anthology
Hardcover
Poetry AnthologiesGeneral Poetry
ISBN13: 9781023060370
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 28 2025
Pages: 1174
Weight: 3.97
Height: 2.38 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
A selection of concise, insightful, and often poignant verses, Select Epigrams from the Greek Anthology offers a glimpse into the world of classical Greek poetry. Collected and translated by J.W. Mackail, this anthology showcases the enduring power of the epigram, a short poem often characterized by its wit and memorable phrasing. Spanning a range of themes from love and loss to nature and mortality, these poems capture the universal human experience with remarkable clarity. As a testament to the artistic achievement of the ancient Greeks, these translations provide a window into a rich literary tradition. Discover the beauty and depth of Greek poetry in this carefully curated collection, a treasury of ancient thought and feeling.
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