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100 1 _aMackail, J. W.
_q(John William),
_d1859-1945
245 1 0 _aSelect Epigrams from the Greek Anthology
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2000
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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338 _aonline resource
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500 _aUniform title: Greek anthology. Selections
500 _aRelease date is 2000-10-01
520 _a"Select Epigrams from the Greek Anthology" by J. W. Mackail is a collection of poetic epigrams first published in the late 19th century. The anthology presents a curated selection of Greek epigrams, both in their original Greek and in English translation, aiming to showcase the finest examples of this genre from ancient to Byzantine poetry. The work serves not only as a literary collection but also provides readers with insights into various aspects of life, love, and art as expressed through concise, poignant verse. At the start of this anthology, the preface outlines the editor's dedication to collecting epigrams of the highest quality, recognizing the subjectivity involved in their selection. The introduction provides a thorough exploration of the origins and definitions of epigrams, tracing their evolution from simple inscriptions to multifaceted poetic expressions. Mackail emphasizes their unique qualities, such as brevity and clarity, while also delving into the historical development of epigrammatic poetry throughout Greek history, from classical times through the Byzantine era. This opening portion lays a foundation for understanding the significance and beauty of the epigrams to follow, framing them within a rich literary tradition. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aEpigrams, Greek
653 _aGreek poetry -- Translations into English
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/2378
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