Antique Gems From The Greek And Latin

By Theocritus

Book Overview

Antique Gems From The Greek And Latin is a collection of poetry written by the ancient Greek poet Theocritus. The book features a selection of his works, which are known for their pastoral themes and vivid imagery. The poems are written in both Greek and Latin, and are accompanied by translations and commentary. The book includes some of Theocritus' most famous works, such as the Idylls, which depict the lives of shepherds and their interactions with nature. The poems are rich in detail and provide a glimpse into the daily life of ancient Greeks. The book is a fascinating read for anyone interested in ancient literature and history, and provides a valuable insight into the culture and beliefs of the ancient Greeks.Partial Contents: Theocritus Idyls; Arguments of the Idyls; Thyrsis or the Ode; Pharmaceutria or the Sorceress; The Goatherd or Amaryllis; The Shepherds; The Travelers; The Herdsmen; The Harvest Feast; The Bucolic Singers; Daphnis and Menalcas; The Reapers; The Cyclops; The Lover; Hylas; Cynisca�������s Love.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: 116280808X
• ISBN13: 9781162808086
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 598 Pages
• Weight: 1.74 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"