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Callimachus: The Fifth Hymn: The Bath Of Pallas (Cambridge Classical Texts And Commentaries, Series Number 26)
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Callimachus Was One Of The Most Important And Influential Writers In The Ancient World. He Was The Outstanding Poet Of The Hellenistic Period And Had A Profound Effect On The Subsequent Course Of Greek And Roman Literature. The Hymns Are Intricate, Allusive And Difficult Poetry, And Need Elucidation For The Modern Reader. 'The Fifth Hymn: The Bath Of Pallas', Is Considered By Many To Be Callimachus' Finest Surviving Poem. Anthony Bulloch Has Established A New Text Of The Poem, Which Is Printed Here With Facing English Translation. The Substantial Introduction And Full Commentary Aim To Introduce The Poem To A Wide Audience And To Help The Modern Reader To Reconstruct What The Ancient Reader May Have Taken For Granted As Part Of The Crucial And Intellectual Background And To Achieve An Informed And Sensitive Appreciation Of The Poem In Its Full Perspective. This Will Be Welcomed By Greek Scholars And Those Interested In Greek And Roman Poetry.
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- Q: What is the main theme of Callimachus' Fifth Hymn? A: The main theme of Callimachus' Fifth Hymn, 'The Bath of Pallas', revolves around the story of Pallas Athena and her bath, exploring themes of beauty, divinity, and the intellectual pursuits of the ancient world.
- Q: Who is the author of this edition of The Fifth Hymn? A: The author of this edition is A. W. Bulloch, who has established a new text of the poem along with an English translation and commentary.
- Q: What type of poetry is featured in this book? A: The book features intricate and allusive poetry characteristic of Callimachus, which is often considered challenging but rewarding for the modern reader.
- Q: Is there a translation provided in the book? A: Yes, this edition includes a facing English translation that allows readers to engage with the original Greek text alongside the translation.
- Q: What additional resources are included in this book? A: The book includes a substantial introduction and full commentary that aim to contextualize the poem for modern readers and provide insights into its historical background.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains a total of 284 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of this edition? A: This edition of 'The Fifth Hymn: The Bath of Pallas' was published on August 26, 2009.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: In which category is this book classified? A: This book is classified under the Classics category.
- Q: What condition is the book in when purchased? A: The book is in new condition when purchased.