Publisher's Synopsis
This book is a seminal work in the study of ancient Greek epic poetry. It collects and analyzes the extant fragments of the epic tradition from the earliest times to the age of Alexander the Great. It sheds light on the development of Greek epic and the diversity of its forms and themes, and provides a window onto the rich and varied world of ancient Greek culture.
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