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The Text of this edition of the Olympian and Pythian Odes of Pindar has been constituted according to my best judgment, and that best judgment has excluded all emendations of my own. The Notes owe much to preceding editors ;it would be affectation to say that they owe everything. The Introductory Essay is intended, as the whole book is intended, for beginners in Pindar, and much of the earlier part has been transferred from a series of semi-popular lectures, the sources of which I could not always indicate with exactness, even if it were worth while. The Metrical Schemes are due to the generosity of Dr. J. H. Heinrich Schmidt, who kindly placed at my disposal the MS. of his unpublished Pindar. In these schemes the comma indicates regular caesura or diaeresis, the dot, shifting caesura or diaeresis. The other points are sufficiently explained in the Introductory Essay. In order to facilitate the rhythmical recitation of the text, I have indicated the stressed syllables by an inferior dot whenever it seemed advisable, the simple indication of the Kw Xa not being sufficient, according to my experience with classes in Pindar. This has added much to the trouble of proof-reading, and I owe especial thanks to Mr. C. W. E. Miller, Fellow of the Johns Hopkins University, for his careful revision of text and schemes in this regard. My friend and colleague. Professor C. D.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the life and work of Pindar, a renowned Greek lyric poet whose career coincided with the flourishing of classical Greece. The author examines Pindar's poetry, particularly his epinikia - odes celebrating athletic victories - in the context of the religious and cultural significance of the ancient Greek games. The book explores the poet's intimate connection with Delphi and the Delphic priesthood, his eclectic approach to mythology, and his insightful reflections on the nature of human fortune and the role of divine intervention in human affairs. The author also examines the influence of artistic trends, particularly those of sculpture and architecture, on Pindar's poetic imagination and expression. Pindar's work is presented as a reflection of his time, revealing the spirit of classical Greece, its values, beliefs, and anxieties. The author skillfully illuminates Pindar's unique poetic voice, his mastery of language and imagery, and his enduring impact on subsequent generations of writers and thinkers. This book offers a compelling exploration of Pindar's life and works, providing readers with a rich and insightful perspective on a pivotal period in ancient Greek history and 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. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781331910381_0
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