Hellenistic Epigrams: A Selection

by Alexander Sens

Greek 'literary' epigrams constitute one of the most versatile and dynamic poetic forms in the Hellenistic period. Originally modeled on the anonymous epitaphs and dedications inscribed on monuments throughout antiquity, these short poems came to include a variety of subtypes and served as a vehicle for Hellenistic poets to experiment with themes and motifs from other genres. This edition introduces students to a wide selection of epigrams from the...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0521614813
• ISBN13: 9780521614818
• Release Date: November 2020
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Length: 312 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 7.7" x 8.5"