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100 1 _aHomer,
_d751? BCE-651? BCE
245 1 0 _aHomeri Carmina et Cycli Epici Reliquiæ. Pars Tertia: Hymni
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2016
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2016-08-01
508 _aProduced by Carolus Raeticus
520 _a"Homeri Carmina et Cycli Epici Reliquiæ. Pars Tertia: Hymni" by Homer is a collection of ancient Greek hymns and poetic fragments likely compiled in the 19th century. The collection includes works attributed to Homer, emphasizing themes of mythology and divine interaction with humans, as reflected in the poetic style. It aims to provide a faithful representation of the original Greek texts alongside Latin translations, catering to both scholarly critique and general appreciation of classical literature. The opening of the work begins with a preface outlining the intentions behind the compilation, specifically addressing the need for more accurate and reliable editions of Homeric texts. This section discusses the importance of critical examination and the efforts to present a version of the poetry that reflects the nuances of the original Greek language. Following this, the hymn "Ranarum et Murium Pugna" begins, introducing a humorous allegory of a battle between frogs and mice, showcasing the book’s blend of serious themes with lighthearted storytelling. This introduction sets the stage for a rich tapestry of divine and earthly interactions, highlighting the human condition through the lens of epic poetry. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aGods, Greek -- Poetry
653 _aHymns, Greek (Classical) -- Translations into Latin
700 1 _aFirmin-Didot, Ambroise,
_d1790-1876
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/52691
999 _c93525
_d93525