Hesiod and Theognis

Hesiod, Theognis, Dorothea Wender

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Penguin
29 December 2000

Literature, Poetry & Criticism; Poetry anthologies; Penguin Black Classics

The poetry of ancient Greece

Together the poetry of Hesiod and Theognis offers a superb introduction to the life and thought of ancient Greece. Hesiod's Theogoney (c. 725 BCE) is a powerful creation myth- an epic, bloody tale of dark forces, sex and violence, tracing the history of the world from primeval Chaos to the establishment of Zeus as supreme king of the gods. In contrast, Hesiod's Works and Days, written to advise his indolent brother Perseus, is an intriguing, sophisticated combination of ethical maxims, social and political comment and superstitious law. Elegiac rather than epic, the works of Theognis - written some two centuries after Hesiod - include theological speculations, love lyrics and moral advice for his protege Kurnos, reflecting the moods and themes of an aristocratic poet who mourned a changing Greek society.

By: Hesiod, Theognis
Edited by: Dorothea Wender
Imprint: Penguin
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 196mm, Width: 128mm, Spine: 10mm
Weight: 135g
ISBN: 9780140442830
ISBN 10: 0140442839
Pages: 176
Publication Date: 29 December 2000
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Theology and Works and Days; ElegiesHESIOD Introduction Theology Works and Days THEOGNIS Introduction Elegies Notes Select Glossary

Hesiod is an early Greek poet, whose work gives an insight into the creation myths of Greek society. Theognis, writing c.525 bce, was an aristocrat. Dorothea Wender is a well-know translator.

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Hesiod and Theognis

Hesiod, Theognis, Dorothea Wender

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