Pindar: The Nemen And Isthmian Odes

By C. A. M. Fennell

Book Overview

Pindar: The Nemen and Isthmian Odes is a book written by C. A. M. Fennell and first published in 1883. The book is a collection of translations of the odes written by the ancient Greek poet Pindar. Pindar is considered one of the greatest lyric poets of ancient Greece and his odes are known for their grandeur, complexity, and poetic beauty. The Nemen and Isthmian Odes are two of Pindar's most famous works, and Fennell's translations aim to capture the essence of these poems in English. The book includes an introduction to Pindar's life and work, as well as a detailed analysis of each ode. Fennell's translations are faithful to the original Greek text, and he has attempted to preserve the poetic form and structure of the odes. The book is an excellent resource for students of Greek literature, as well as anyone interested in the poetry of Pindar. Overall, Pindar: The Nemen and Isthmian Odes is a valuable addition to any library and a must-read for anyone interested in ancient Greek poetry.With Notes Explanatory And Critical, Introductions, And Introductory Essays.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: 1164909312
• ISBN13: 9781164909316
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 308 Pages
• Weight: 0.91 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"