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Large Print - Theogony and Works and Days - Grand Type Collector's Edition - Matte Hardcover with Dust Jacket (Large Print Edition)
Hardcover
Classic FictionHistorical Fiction
ISBN13: 9781834123585
Publisher: Grand Type Classics
Published: Jan 27 2026
Pages: 164
Weight: 0.86
Height: 0.50 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
With clear, easy-to-read formatting, this edition is designed for readers who prefer or require larger text without sacrificing the excitement of the original.
Large Print Features:- 18-point font: Generously sized text for maximum readability and comfort.
- Sans-serif font: Clean, modern typeface designed to reduce visual strain.
- Italics are bolded: Important emphasis is maintained without thin, hard-to-see lettering.
- Easy-to-read line lengths: Shorter rows of text (under 45 characters per line) make reading smoother and less tiring.
From the birth of the cosmos to the moral trials of mortal life, Hesiod's twin masterpieces reveal the fabric of ancient Greek thought. The Theogony traces the dramatic genealogy of the gods, recounting their rivalries, battles, and ascension to power as they establish order over chaos. In contrast, Works and Days turns to the world of men, offering timeless reflections on justice, toil, and the rhythms of everyday survival. Through myth, allegory, and practical wisdom, Hesiod bridges the realms of divine power and human struggle, weaving a narrative that illuminates both cosmic origins and moral responsibility.
As one of the oldest works of Western literature, Theogony and Works and Days holds immense cultural and historical significance. The Theogony provided the foundation for Greek mythology, shaping centuries of art, poetry, and drama, while Works and Days offered practical ethical guidance rooted in agrarian life. Together, they influenced classical philosophy, literature, and religion, preserving early Greek views on the cosmos, justice, and humanity's place in the divine order. Their legacy endures as a cornerstone of ancient wisdom and a vital link to the origins of Western thought.
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