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The collection features poems by the ancient Greek poet Pindar, celebrating the victors of the Pythian Games held in Delphi, a key event in ancient Greece. Pindar's odes, known for their intricate structure and rich poetic language, incorporate metaphors and mythological references that honor the athletes' achievements in various disciplines. This German translation by Christian Gottlob Heyne includes annotations to enhance understanding of the historical and cultural context. It serves as a valuable resource for those interested in Greek literature and history.
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Pindars Pythische Siegsgesange, Pindar
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- Released
- 2009
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- Title
- Pindars Pythische Siegsgesange
- Subtitle
- Ubersetzt Mit Ammerkungen (1816)
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Pindar
- Publisher
- Kessinger Publishing, LLC
- Released
- 2009
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 336
- ISBN13
- 9781104363857
- Category
- Poetry
- Description
- The collection features poems by the ancient Greek poet Pindar, celebrating the victors of the Pythian Games held in Delphi, a key event in ancient Greece. Pindar's odes, known for their intricate structure and rich poetic language, incorporate metaphors and mythological references that honor the athletes' achievements in various disciplines. This German translation by Christian Gottlob Heyne includes annotations to enhance understanding of the historical and cultural context. It serves as a valuable resource for those interested in Greek literature and history.