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Albin Lesky

    July 7, 1896 – February 28, 1981

    This Austrian classical philologist specialized in the intricate relationship between poetry and myth in ancient Greece. His academic career was centered at the University of Vienna, where he held a professorship. He dedicated himself to a deep analysis of ancient texts, uncovering their literary and mythological connections. His work significantly contributed to a richer understanding of the cultural and literary heritage of the classical world.

    Die griechische Tragödie
    Vom Eros der Hellenen
    Die Homerforschung in der Gegenwart
    Geschichte der griechischen Literatur
    • Geschichte der griechischen Literatur

      • 1023 pages
      • 36 hours of reading

      In one convenient volume Albin Lesky has produced a History of Greek Literature which gives students the basics, academic researchers a first point of reference and those with a casual interest straight-forward yet detailed information on the literature of the Greeks. Albin Lesky describes knowledgeably the great works of Greek literature which have transcended their time – from the Homeric epic to the poetry and prose of the Imperial Age. As an extra support to academic research Lesky has supplied each chapter with a comprehensive bibliography thus providing an insight into areas of debate. This standard work of literary history has till today lost none of its significance or fascination.

      Geschichte der griechischen Literatur
    • Die einschlägige Darstellung der griechischen Tragödie von Albin Lesky, auf die schon Generationen von Schülern, Studenten, Lehrern und interessierten Laien zurückgegriffen haben, wird hier mit aktualisierter Bibliographie wieder zugänglich gemacht.

      Die griechische Tragödie