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Oppian, Colluthus, Tryphiodorus

Oppian, Colluthus, Tryphiodorus

A.W. Mair / A.WMair

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Alpha Editions
Año de edición:
2020
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Poesía
ISBN:
9789390359394
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A rare window into the imaginative heart of late antiquity, this distinguished anthology unites the epic voices of Oppian, Colluthus, and Tryphiodorus. Their works pulse with the drama of ancient Greek poetry, weaving heroic tales and adventures drawn from the wellspring of mythology and legends. Each narrative, shaped by the enduring influence of Homer, Hesiod, and Callimachus, offers a fresh vantage on the epic tradition-where gods, mortals, and monsters collide in stories that have inspired scholars and classicists for centuries.Within these pages, readers encounter a vibrant tapestry of ancient Greek themes: the hunt, the siege, the journey, the contest. The poems, celebrated for their rich language and evocative imagery, capture the spirit of a Greek and Roman era poised between tradition and transformation. For literary historians and lovers of classical literature anthologies alike, this collection stands as a vital testament to the artistry of late antiquity literature, bridging the worlds of myth and reality with uncommon grace.Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. Both a cultural treasure and a collector’s item, it invites casual enthusiasts and devoted classicists to rediscover the epic narrative collection that shaped the legacy of Western storytelling.

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