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Helen in Egypt: Poetry (New Directions Paperbook),New
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A fiftyline fragment by the poet Stesichorus of Sicily (c. 640555 B.C.), what survives of his Pallinode, tells us almost all we know of this other Helen, and from it H. D. wove her booklength poem. The fabulous beauty of Helen of Troy is legendary. But some say that Helen was never in Troy, that she had been conveyed by Zeus to Egypt, and that Greeks and Trojans alike fought for an illusion. A fiftyline fragment by the poet Stesichorus of Sicily (c. 640555 B.C.), what survives of his Pallinode, tells us almost all we know of this other Helen, and from it H. D. wove her booklength poem. Yet Helen in Egypt is not a simple retelling of the Egyptian legend but a recreation of the many myths surrounding Helen, Paris, Achilles, Theseus, and other figures of Greek tradition, fused with the mysteries of Egyptian hermeticism.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Helen in Egypt'? A: 'Helen in Egypt' explores the myths surrounding Helen of Troy, focusing on an alternate narrative where she is said to have never been in Troy but instead taken to Egypt. The book intertwines these themes with Egyptian hermeticism and various figures from Greek mythology.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Helen in Egypt'? A: The author of 'Helen in Egypt' is Hilda Doolittle, commonly known as H. D., an influential figure in modernist poetry.
- Q: What type of book is 'Helen in Egypt'? A: 'Helen in Egypt' is a poetry book that serves as a reimagining of the myth of Helen of Troy, combining poetic form with mythological themes.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed as 'New', indicating it is in pristine condition and has not been used.
- Q: How many pages does 'Helen in Egypt' have? A: 'Helen in Egypt' contains a total of 304 pages.
- Q: When was 'Helen in Egypt' published? A: 'Helen in Egypt' was published on January 17, 1974.
- Q: What is the binding type of 'Helen in Egypt'? A: 'Helen in Egypt' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is there any specific material used in the book? A: There is no specific material noted for the book, as it is a paperback edition.
- Q: What genre does 'Helen in Egypt' fall under? A: 'Helen in Egypt' falls under the category of Criticism & Theory, focusing on literary and poetic analysis.
- Q: What is the significance of Stesichorus in 'Helen in Egypt'? A: Stesichorus is significant in 'Helen in Egypt' as his fragmentary poems inspired H. D. and provide context to the alternate myth of Helen, reinforcing the book's exploration of her legacy.