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“theocritus”

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  • Theocritus

    by Theocritus ...
    Sweet are the whispers of yon pine that makesLow music o'er the spring, and, Goatherd, sweetThy piping; second thou to Pan alone.Is his the horned ram? then thine the goat.Is his the goat? to thee shall fall the kid;And toothsome is the flesh of unmilked kids. ... Read more

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  • The Idylls, Epigrams, and Epitaphs

    by Theocritus ...
    Theocritus of Syracuse (born c. 300 BCE,—died after 260 BCE) is remembered as the creator of ancient Greek bucolic poetry, though little is known of his life outside of his writings. He was probably born in Syracuse, in Italy, and lived for a time in Alexandria when he gained the patronage of Ptolemy Philadelphus. This lyric and pastoral poet wrote what was termed eidyllia ("idylls"), which means ... Read more

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  • Theocritus, Bion And Moschus, Rendered Into English Prose

    by Theocritus ...
    Theocritus, Bion and Moschus: Rendered into English prose is a collection that unites the works of three classical poets whose writings celebrate the harmony between humanity and nature. The prose rendering captures the essence of pastoral life through vivid depictions of the countryside, emphasizing the beauty of simplicity and the emotional depth found in rural existence. The text reflects an ... Read more

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    World's Oldest Short Stories, The

    Tales from Ancient Egypt, India, Greece, and Rome

    by Herodotus, Theocritus, Apuleius, Petronius ...
    Narrated by Cathy Dobson ...

    Unabridged

    3 hours 10 min

    Many stories have stood the test of time, but this selection have entranced audiences for thousands of years and remain as fresh today as they were when first told. A fascinating collection which gives vivid insights into lives in ancient times and the issues that occupied the people of the day.Includes tales of ancient Egypt, written to discourage militant women from reviving the old matriarchal ... Read more

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  • Theocritus, translated into English Verse

    Enriched edition. Journeys through Ancient Pastures: A Translation of Hellenistic Greek Poetry

    by Theocritus, Tessa Benson ...
    Translated by Charles Stuart Calverley ...
    In "Theocritus, translated into English Verse," the work of the ancient Greek poet Theocritus is rendered with lyrical grace and precision, allowing modern readers to experience the vibrancy of Hellenistic pastoral poetry. The collection showcases Theocritus's innovative use ofImagery, character dialogues, and vivid settings, all steeped in the natural beauty and rustic charm of rural life. ... Read more

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  • Yale Classics - Ancient Greek Literature

    Enriched edition. Mythology, History, Philosophy, Poetry, Theater (Including Biographies of Authors and Critical Study of Each Work)

    by Aristotle, Plato, Euripides, Gilbert Murray, Epictetus, Theocritus, Homer, Plutarch, Aeschylus, Sophocles, Aristophanes0, Herodotus1, Anacreon2, Sappho3, Thucydides4, Hesiod5, Demosthenes6, Lysias7, Alcaeus8, Archilochus9, Theognis of Megara0, Simonides of Ceos1, Bacchylides2, Apollonius3, Callimachus4, Connor Remington7 ...
    Yale Classics - Ancient Greek Literature gathers an illustrious ensemble of works that encapsulate the essence of early Western thought, storytelling, and rhetoric. Spanning a multitude of genres, from the epics of Homer to the pointed tragedies of Sophocles and the satirical comedies of Aristophanes, this anthology showcases the vast spectrum of literary artforms fashioned by the ancient Greeks. ... Read more

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  • Yale Classics - Ancient Greek Literature (Annotated)

    Enriched Edition. Mythology, History, Philosophy, Poetry, Theater (Including Biographies of Authors and Critical Study of Each Work)

    by Homer, Hesiod, Archilochus, Alcaeus, Sappho, Anacreon, Theognis of Megara, Simonides of Ceos, Bacchylides, Aeschylus, Sophocles0, Euripides1, Aristophanes2, Herodotus3, Thucydides4, Plato5, Aristotle6, Lysias7, Demosthenes8, Apollonius9, Callimachus0, Theocritus1, Plutarch2, Epictetus3, Gilbert Murray4, Julian Ashmere7 ...
    Yale Classics - Ancient Greek Literature gathers the foundational genres of the Greek imagination: epic, didactic poetry, lyric song, tragedy, comedy, historiography, philosophy, rhetoric, pastoral, biography, and moral reflection. From heroic narrative and archaic wisdom to dramatic conflict, civic argument, and Hellenistic refinement, the volume traces a literature continually negotiating fate, ... Read more

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  • Delphi Complete Works of Theocritus (Illustrated)

    by Theocritus, Delphi Classics ...
    Series Book 69 - Delphi Ancient Classics
    The inventor of the bucolic genre, Theocritus of Syracuse was a learned poet, who refashioned traditional literary forms in original and highly polished verse on a small scale. Theocritus is best known for poems set in pastoral landscapes, consisting of dialogues and song-contests, combining lyric tone with epic meter. Delphi’s Ancient Classics series provides eReaders with the wisdom of the ... Read more

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  • Theocritus, Bion and Moschus, Rendered into English Prose

    Enriched edition. A Tapestry of Hellenistic Poetry in English Prose

    by Theocritus, Of Phlossa near Smyrna Bion, Moschus, Arden Whitlowe ...
    In 'Theocritus, Bion and Moschus, Rendered into English Prose', readers are invited to explore a rich tapestry of pastoral and lyrical poetry, expertly translated into engaging prose. The anthology explores themes of nature, love, and mythology, offering a diverse range of styles that capture the essence of ancient Greek bucolic poetry. The collection celebrates the vivid imagery and profound ... Read more

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  • The Greatest Classics of Ancient Greece

    Enriched edition. Mythology, History, Philosophy, Poetry, Theater (Including Biographies of Authors and Critical Study of Each Work)

    by Aristotle, Plato, Euripides, Gilbert Murray, Epictetus, Theocritus, Homer, Plutarch, Aeschylus, Sophocles, Aristophanes0, Herodotus1, Anacreon2, Sappho3, Thucydides4, Hesiod5, Demosthenes6, Lysias7, Alcaeus8, Archilochus9, Theognis of Megara0, Simonides of Ceos1, Bacchylides2, Apollonius3, Callimachus4, Dylan Fennell7 ...
    In 'The Greatest Classics of Ancient Greece,' the reader is immersed in the timeless wisdom and cultural richness of ancient Greek literature. This anthology showcases a vast array of literary styles—from the epic poetry of Homer to the philosophical musings of Plato, the lyrical beauty of Sappho, and the dramatic complexity of Sophocles. The thematic core revolves around enduring questions of ... Read more

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  • Yale Required Reading - Collected Works (Vol. 1) (Annotated)

    Enriched Edition. Ancient Greek Classics in Epic, Lyric, Drama, History, Philosophy, and Myth

    by Herodotus, Sappho, Homer, Hesiod, Alcaeus, Archilochus, Anacreon, Theognis of Megara, Simonides of Ceos, Bacchylides, Pindar0, Aeschylus1, Sophocles2, Euripides3, Aristophanes4, Thucydides5, Plato6, Aristotle7, Lysias8, Demosthenes9, Apollonius0, Callimachus1, Theocritus2, Plutarch3, Epictetus4, Gilbert Murray5, Ronan Brantwell8 ...
    Yale Required Reading - Collected Works (Vol. 1) gathers a foundational arc of Greek literature, philosophy, history, and drama, tracing the imaginative and intellectual inheritance of the ancient Mediterranean. Its range extends from epic and lyric song to tragedy, comedy, historiography, oratory, pastoral poetry, biography, and ethical reflection. Landmark works associated with the Homeric ... Read more

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  • Verses of Theocritus, Third Edition

    by Theocritus, C.S. Calverley, Translator ...
    This edition features• a linked Table of ContentsCONTENTS (abridged list)IDYLL I. THE DEATH OF DAPHNISIDYLL II. THE SORCERESSIDYLL III. THE SERENADE. . .IDYLL XXIX. LOVESIDYLL XXX. THE DEATH OF ADONISIDYLL XXXI. LOVESFRAGMENT FROM THE "BERENICE"EPIGRAMS AND EPITAPHS. . .XX.—UNDER A STATUE OF PEISANDERXXI.—EPITAPH OF HIPPONAXXXII.—ON HIS OWN BOOKAbout the Author"Theocritu... ... Read more

    $5.07 CAD