Hesiod the Homeric Hymns and Homerica

Hesiod

Summary

This is a collection of ancient Greek literature, including works by Hesiod, the Homeric Hymns, and Homerica. It provides readers with an in-depth exploration of the Boeotian and Ionic Schools, the Trojan Cycle, and the literary value of Homer. The book also includes the famous Contest of Homer and Hesiod, along with various other poems and fragments.

Available since: 11/20/2019.

Print length: 292 pages.

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