Carmina, Volume 2...

By Moschus (Syracusanus), Bion (Smyrnaeus), Bion (Smyrnaeus), et al.

Book Overview

Carmina, Volume 2 presents a collection of classical poetry from Theocritus, Bion of Smyrna, and Moschus of Syracuse. This edition, meticulously compiled and edited by Lodewijk Caspar Valckenaer, Richard Franz Philipp Brunck, and Jonathan Toup, offers readers a comprehensive view into the pastoral and idyllic verses of these ancient Greek poets.

The volume preserves the original Greek text, making it an invaluable resource for scholars and students of classical literature. The poems reflect themes of love, nature, and mythology, providing a window into the cultural and artistic sensibilities of the ancient world. This enduring collection continues to resonate with its lyrical beauty and historical significance, capturing the essence of ancient Greek poetic tradition.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1248023382
• ISBN13: 9781248023389
• Release Date: October 2011
• Publisher: Nabu Press
• Length: 574 Pages
• Weight: 2.23 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 7.4" x 9.7"