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Theogony and Works and Days
Catherine Schlegel
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Description for Theogony and Works and Days
Paperback. Represents the earliest account of the origin of the Greek gods, and a compendium of advice for leading a moral life, both offering insights into archaic Greek society. This translation contains a general introduction, a translator's introduction, notes, and a glossary. It is aimed at students of and specialists in classical literature. Translator(s): Schlegel, Catherine; Weinfield, Professor Henry Michael. Num Pages: 128 pages. BIC Classification: DCF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 9. Weight in Grams: 209.
Written in the late eighth century BC by Hesiod, one of the oldest known of Greek poets, ""Theogony and Works and Days"" represent the earliest account of the origin of the Greek gods, and an invaluable compendium of advice for leading a moral life, both offering unique insights into archaic Greek society. There are a number of modern translations of Hesiod available, rendered in serviceable English, but until now no one has created a work of literature equal to the original. This translation is the result of a unique collaboration between a poet and a classicist, working together to capture ... Read more
Written in the late eighth century BC by Hesiod, one of the oldest known of Greek poets, ""Theogony and Works and Days"" represent the earliest account of the origin of the Greek gods, and an invaluable compendium of advice for leading a moral life, both offering unique insights into archaic Greek society. There are a number of modern translations of Hesiod available, rendered in serviceable English, but until now no one has created a work of literature equal to the original. This translation is the result of a unique collaboration between a poet and a classicist, working together to capture ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
University of Michigan Press
Condition
New
Number of Pages
128
Place of Publication
Ann Arbor, United States
ISBN
9780472069323
SKU
V9780472069323
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About Catherine Schlegel
Catherine Schlegel is Associate Professor of Classics, Notre Dame. Henry Weinfield is Professor of Liberal Studies, Notre Dame, and translator of The Collected Poems of Stephane Mallarme.
Reviews for Theogony and Works and Days
This Schlegel-Weinfield translation of Hesiod is superbly crafted: compelling, unforgettable poetry to be read aloud with delight and gratitude. - Allen Mandelbaum, Endowed Kenan Professor of Humanities, Wake Forest University