Callimaque: Hymnes, Épigrammes, les Origines, Hécalé, Iambes, Poèmes Lyriques; Texte Établi Et Traduit par Émile Cahen (Classic Reprint) (French Edition) - Softcover
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This book delves into the literary output of Callimachus, a prominent figure in the Hellenistic Age of Alexandria whose work is known for both innovation and subversion of tradition. Callimachus was a renowned poet, scholar, and the chief librarian at the Library of Alexandria. He was a pioneer of a new literary style that emphasized brevity, precision, and the use of obscure or esoteric references, often using traditional forms to express new and unexpected ideas. The author examines Callimachus' most famous works, including his Hymns, Aetia, lambi, and Epigrams, exploring their unique characteristics and the ways in which they challenged and reshaped literary conventions. Through detailed analysis, the book sheds light on Callimachus' profound influence on his contemporaries and subsequent generations of poets, solidifying his place as one of the most significant and influential figures in the development of Greek literature.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the literary output of Callimachus, a prominent figure in the Hellenistic Age of Alexandria whose work is known for both innovation and subversion of tradition. Callimachus was a renowned poet, scholar, and the chief librarian at the Library of Alexandria. He was a pioneer of a new literary style that emphasized brevity, precision, and the use of obscure or esoteric references, often using traditional forms to express new and unexpected ideas. The author examines Callimachus' most famous works, including his Hymns, Aetia, lambi, and Epigrams, exploring their unique characteristics and the ways in which they challenged and reshaped literary conventions. Through detailed analysis, the book sheds light on Callimachus' profound influence on his contemporaries and subsequent generations of poets, solidifying his place as one of the most significant and influential figures in the development of Greek literature. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781333188382_0
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