9781331774976 - The Extant Odes of Pindar: Translated Into English with an Introduction and Short Notes Classic Reprint by Myers, Ernest (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book opens up the remarkable life and work of the great Greek poet Pindar. The author details his influence and skill to convey, not just the thrill and spectacle of victory, but the intricate history, mythology, culture, and values of his era. The author also explores Pindar's personal life, capturing how he mirrored the values of his time, including an opposition to tyranny and a deep reverence for the gods. The book delves into the analysis of Pindar's most iconic works and the rich context that inspired his masterpieces. Through exploring the lives of Pindar and the victors he celebrated, the author sheds light on a period of rapid cultural development for Greece and provides a window into the world of sacred games and the athletic ideals they embodied. Ultimately, this book illuminates Pindar's profound impact on Western literature, how his works have served as an invaluable historical chronicle, and how his lyrical brilliance and profound psychological insights continue to captivate readers to this day. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.