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The Homeric Hymns

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Narrator Mark Bowen

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Translator Hugh G. Evelyn-White
Length 2 hours 58 minutes
Language English
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"The Homeric Hymns: Ancient Literature" invites readers on a timeless journey through the mythological tapestry of ancient Greece. This collection of the Homeric Hymns, attributed to the legendary poet Homer, presents a vivid and poetic exploration of the pantheon of Greek gods and goddesses.
These hymns, originating in the archaic period of Greek history, serve as both spiritual invocations and poetic tributes to the deities of Olympus. Through eloquent verses, readers are introduced to the mighty Zeus, the wisdom of Athena, the radiant Apollo, and a host of other divine beings, each hymn dedicated to a specific member of the Greek pantheon.
Rich in both mythological significance and literary artistry, "The Homeric Hymns" offers a glimpse into the religious and cultural beliefs of ancient Greece. This collection stands as a testament to the enduring appeal of these ancient tales, which have captivated generations with their timeless themes of heroism, divine intervention, and the interplay between gods and mortals.
Whether you are a scholar of classical literature, a student of mythology, or simply a lover of timeless stories, "The Homeric Hymns: Ancient Literature" provides a captivating and immersive experience, allowing readers to delve into the very essence of ancient Greek thought and storytelling. This volume serves as a literary bridge that connects modern readers with the rich heritage of classical antiquity, where the gods of Olympus reigned supreme and the human spirit aspired to the divine.

Homer was probably born around 725BC on the Coast of Asia Minor, now the coast of Turkey, but then really a part of Greece. Homer was the first Greek writer whose work survives. He was one of a long line of bards, or poets, who worked in the oral tradition. Homer and other bards of the time could recite, or chant, long epic poems. Both works attributed to Homer - The Iliad and The Odyssey - are over ten thousand lines long in the original. Homer must have had an amazing memory but was helped by the formulaic poetry style of the time.

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Author:

Narrator:
Mark Bowen

ISBN:
4069828194571

Length:
2 hours 58 minutes

Language:
English

Publisher:
Strelbytskyy Multimedia Publishing

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Edition:
Unabridged

PDF extra:
Available

Libro.fm rank:
#17,248 Overall

Genre rank:
#79 in Poetry

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