Fragmenta... - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1024675696 ISBN 13: 9781024675696

Publisher: Hutson Street Press, 2025

Synopsis

Fragmenta... presents a compilation of the surviving fragments attributed to Alcman, an early Greek lyric poet. This collection, edited by Friedrich Gottlieb Welcker, offers invaluable insights into the development of Greek choral lyric and the cultural context of ancient Sparta. Written in Latin, this scholarly edition provides a detailed examination of Alcman's poetic fragments, allowing readers to engage with the poet's work and the challenges of reconstructing ancient texts.

The volume includes critical apparatus and commentary intended to aid in understanding the linguistic nuances and historical significance of the fragments. It remains an essential resource for scholars and students interested in classical literature, Greek poetry, and the textual history of ancient works. This edition serves as a testament to the enduring appeal of Alcman's poetry and its importance in the broader history of Western literature.

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Edition details

• Publisher: Hutson Street Press
• Publication date: 2025
• Language: Latin
• ISBN 10: 1024675696
• ISBN 13: 9781024675696
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 92