Explore the surviving voices of ancient Greek lyric poets from Eumelus to Timotheus.
This volume gathers the remains of all the Greek lyric poets in a comprehensive edition and offers readers access to a broad range of poetry, including Corinna, Bacchylides, Timotheus, anonymous fragments, folk-songs, and the scholia, with an accompanying account of Greek lyric poetry.
Note: content reflects scholarly compilation and presentation typical of a classical poetry collection.Designed for students, scholars, and poetry lovers, this edition presents a curated selection of lyric fragments and songs, alongside contextual information that helps explain how these works were created, performed, and understood in ancient times. The material spans various forms and styles, offering a window into the evolution of Greek lyric poetry and its reception through the ages.
- Gathers the remnants of major lyric poets up to Timotheus, including important fragments and folk-songs.
- Includes Corinna, Bacchylides, Timotheus, and anonymous fragments, with the scholia for reference.
- Provides an overview of Greek lyric poetry and its historical context.
- Useful for readers of classical poetry seeking breadth, depth, and scholarly notes.
Ideal for readers of classical poetry, Greek lyric tradition, and students seeking a robust introduction to ancient fragments and their study.