Alcaei Poetae Lyrici Fragmenta [Latin]

Alcaei Poetae Lyrici Fragmenta presents the surviving fragments of the lyric poet Alcaeus, who flourished in Mytilene in the late 7th and early 6th centuries BC. This collection offers invaluable insight into the poetry of Alcaeus, a contemporary of Sappho, and one of the most important figures in Greek literature. His works, known for their metrical complexity and diverse themes ranging from politics and war to love and wine, provide a window into the world of archaic Greece. Though only fragments remain, they reveal the power and beauty of Alcaeus's verse, securing his place as a master of lyric poetry. This edition preserves the legacy of Alcaeus, making his contribution to classical literature accessible to scholars and enthusiasts alike.

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