Pindarou Periodos: Pindari Olympia, Pythia, Nemea, Isthmia [Greek, Ancient (To 1453)]

By Pindar

Pindarou Periodos presents the collected Olympian, Pythian, Nemean, and Isthmian odes of Pindar, one of the most celebrated lyric poets of ancient Greece. This edition, prepared by Johannes Benedictus, offers readers access to Pindar's powerful and complex verses, renowned for their vivid imagery and profound reflections on athletic triumph, mythology, and the divine order. These odes, commissioned to celebrate victories in the Panhellenic Games, provide invaluable insights into the values and beliefs of ancient Greek society.

Pindar's work is notable for its intricate structure, rich language, and the poet's unique voice. This volume preserves the legacy of a poet whose influence resonates through centuries of Western literature and thought. For scholars and enthusiasts of classical literature, Pindarou Periodos remains a vital resource for understanding the cultural and artistic achievements of ancient Greece.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: Greek, Ancient (To 1453)
• ISBN: 1149787252
• ISBN13: 9781149787250
• Release Date: June 2010
• Publisher: Nabu Press
• Length: 850 Pages
• Weight: 3.28 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.7" x 7.4" x 9.7"