Author: Homer

Brand: Penguin

Color: Brown

Binding: paperback

Format: roughcut

Number Of Pages: 224

Release Date: 01-11-2003

model number: notes, bibliography

Part Number: notes, bibliography

Details: From the abduction of Persephone by Hades to Hermes' theft of Apollo's cattle, the Homeric Hymns recount some of the most compelling and significant episodes in Greek mythology. They were recited at festivals to honor the Olympian gods and goddesses, to pray for divine favor, and for victory in singing contests. They stand now as works of great poetic force, full of grace and lyricism, ranging in tone from irony to solemnity, ebullience to grandeur. Enhanced with an informative introduction that explores the hymns' authorship, performance, literary qualities, and influence on later writers, this collection gives an intriguing view of the ancient Greek relationship between humans and the divine.

EAN: 9780140437829

Package Dimensions: 7.8 x 5.1 x 0.7 inches

Languages: English, Ancient Greek