Sappho: A New Rendering: Poetry Guide and Free Edition
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Sappho: A New Rendering is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Sappho. The listed translation credits are Stacpoole, H. De Vere (Henry De Vere) (1863–1951).
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"Sappho: A New Rendering" by H. De Vere Stacpoole is a poetic collection that reinterprets the surviving works of the ancient Greek poet Sappho, likely written in the early 20th century. This book presents the fragmented verses and hymns of Sappho, focusing on themes of love, longing, and the beauty of the natural world. Stacpoole's work seeks to illuminate Sappho's enduring legacy by capturing the essence of her lyrical expression, despite the limited fragments that survive from her original compositions. The collection consists of several lyric poems, including the iconic "Hymn to Aphrodite" and "Ode to Anactoria," alongside numerous shorter fragments that evoke the vibrancy of Sappho's emotional landscape. Stacpoole’s writing endeavors to recreate the depth of Sappho’s sentiments—her passion for love, her poignant reflections on youth, and her contemplations on beauty and mortality. Interspersed with the historical context of Sappho’s life on the island of Lesbos, the book stands as a tribute to a poet whose voice continues to resonate through the ages, celebrating the beauty of human experience and connection.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Sappho: A New Rendering
- Author credits: Sappho
- Catalogue language: English
- Translator credits: Stacpoole, H. De Vere (Henry De Vere) (1863–1951)
Catalogue subjects
- Lesbos (Greece : Municipality) -- Poetry
- Sappho -- Translations into English
- Women -- Greece -- Poetry
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- Category: Classics of Literature
- Category: Poetry
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