Syrinx: Pastels Of Hellas (1914)

By Mitchell Starrett Buck

Book Overview

Syrinx: Pastels of Hellas is a book written by Mitchell S. Buck and published in 1914. The book is a collection of poems and illustrations inspired by the author's travels to Greece, specifically the region of Hellas. The title of the book is taken from the Greek mythological figure Syrinx, who was transformed into a reed by the god Pan. The book contains 31 poems, each accompanied by a pastel illustration. The poems cover a range of topics, including Greek mythology, the beauty of the Greek landscape, and the history of ancient Greece. The illustrations are vivid and colorful, capturing the essence of the Greek landscape and culture.The author, Mitchell S. Buck, was an American poet and artist who was known for his travel writing and his love of Greek culture. He traveled extensively throughout Greece and was deeply influenced by the country's history and mythology. Syrinx: Pastels of Hellas is considered one of his most important works, and it has been praised for its lyrical beauty and its vivid descriptions of Greece.Overall, Syrinx: Pastels of Hellas is a beautiful and evocative book that captures the essence of Greece and its rich cultural heritage. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Greek mythology, art, or literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 054857474X
• ISBN13: 9780548574744
• Release Date: October 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 60 Pages
• Weight: 0.22 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"