Various historical sources state that he studied the art and structure of poetry in Athens. Indeed, by the time he was 20, Pindar was already known as an accomplished poet and was asked by a prominent family to produce a celebratory ode for them. He would become one of the most successful poets of the time and details of his life have been gleaned from various manuscripts discovered long after his death. Pindar was brought up in a village not far from Thebes and rumor had it that he was stung on the tongue by a bee in his youth, which was supposed to have given rise to his talent and poetry dipped in honey. His poetry is often difficult to read and many readers, including literary scholars, over the years have struggled with the quirks and idiosyncrasies his verse contains. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, helpful notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more.Born around 522BC, Pindar was one of the great lyric poets of Greece, and is also seen as one of the more challenging. ABOUT THE SERIES: For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the widest range of literature from around the globe. Anthony Verity's lucid translations are complemented by an introduction and notes that provide insight into competition, myth, and meaning. Pindar's startling use of language - striking metaphors, bold syntax, enigmatic expressions - makes reading his poetry a uniquely rewarding experience. Read more best known Greek myths, such as Jason and the Argonauts, and Perseus and Medusa, and are a valuable source for Greek religion and ethics. The Odes contain versions of some of the. Pindar praises the victor by comparing him to mythical heroes and the gods, but also reminds the athlete of his human limitations.

He celebrated the victories of athletes competing in foot races, horse races, boxing, wrestling, all-in fighting and the pentathlon, and his Odes are fascinating not only for their poetic qualities, but for what they tell us about the Games. 518-428 BC) composed victory odes for winners in the ancient Games, including the Olympics. 'we can speak of no greater contest than Olympia' The Greek poet Pindar (c. Verity's lucid translations are complemented by insights into competition, myth, and meaning. The Odes contain versions of some of the best known Greek myths and are also a valuable source for Greek religion and ethics. Description for The Complete Odes (Oxford World's Classics) Paperback.

The Complete Odes by Pindar