Carmina Figurata Graeca: Ad Fidem Potissimum Codicis Palatini... [Latin]

By Carolus Haeberlin

Carmina Figurata Graeca presents a scholarly edition of figure poems from the Greek tradition, meticulously compiled and edited by Karl Haeberlin. This edition, primarily based on the Palatinus Codex, offers readers a faithful reconstruction of these unique poetic forms. Figure poems, also known as shaped verse, arrange words in visually distinctive patterns, blending literary art with visual artistry. This volume provides invaluable insights into the creative interplay between language and form in classical literature.

Haeberlin's dedication to textual accuracy ensures that this edition will be an essential resource for scholars and enthusiasts interested in classical poetry, textual criticism, and the rich heritage of ancient Greek literature. The poems showcase an intriguing facet of classical artistry, appealing to those fascinated by the visual dimensions of poetic expression.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: Latin
• ISBN: 1272186466
• ISBN13: 9781272186463
• Release Date: November 2011
• Publisher: Nabu Press
• Length: 98 Pages
• Weight: 0.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.1" x 9.2"