Publisher's Synopsis
Olympionikai, Pythionikai, Nemeonikai, Isthmionikai, Volume 1, presents the odes of Pindar, a renowned lyric poet of ancient Greece, as edited by Giovanni Battista Gautier. This work celebrates the victors of the four Panhellenic Games: the Olympic, Pythian, Nemean, and Isthmian Games. Written in classical Latin, this edition offers invaluable insights into the athletic, religious, and cultural significance of these ancient competitions. Pindar's odes are not merely accounts of sporting achievements; they are rich tapestries woven with mythology, moral lessons, and reflections on human excellence. This volume offers scholars and enthusiasts a unique opportunity to engage with the poetry of Pindar and appreciate the enduring legacy of the Panhellenic Games.
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