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LoC No.: 25001867
Title: Sappho and her influence
Series Title: Our debt to Greece and Rome
Credits:
Produced by Turgut Dincer and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This book was
produced from images made available by the HathiTrust
Digital Library.)
Summary: "Sappho and Her Influence" by David M. Robinson is a historical and literary analysis written in the early 20th century. The work delves into the life, poetry, and enduring legacy of Sappho, a renowned ancient Greek poet from Lesbos. It seeks to dispel myths surrounding her character and examine her influence on literature and culture throughout history. The opening of the text sets a scholarly tone, emphasizing the significance of Sappho as a poetic figure while contrasting her true essence with the misconceptions that have surrounded her name. Robinson offers a brief overview of the various praises and criticisms Sappho has received throughout history, noting how her reputation has evolved over time. He highlights that while modern perceptions often sensationalize her life and poetry, historical perspectives celebrate her artistry and enduring impact on poetic tradition. Overall, the initial chapter lays the groundwork for a deeper exploration of Sappho's contributions to literature and the complexities of her persona. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 68.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Robinson, David M. (David Moore), 1880-1958
EBook No.: 61505
Published: Feb 24, 2020
Downloads: 565
Language: English
Subject: Sappho -- Influence
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 25001867
Title: Sappho and her influence
Series Title: Our debt to Greece and Rome
Credits:
Produced by Turgut Dincer and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This book was
produced from images made available by the HathiTrust
Digital Library.)
Summary: "Sappho and Her Influence" by David M. Robinson is a historical and literary analysis written in the early 20th century. The work delves into the life, poetry, and enduring legacy of Sappho, a renowned ancient Greek poet from Lesbos. It seeks to dispel myths surrounding her character and examine her influence on literature and culture throughout history. The opening of the text sets a scholarly tone, emphasizing the significance of Sappho as a poetic figure while contrasting her true essence with the misconceptions that have surrounded her name. Robinson offers a brief overview of the various praises and criticisms Sappho has received throughout history, noting how her reputation has evolved over time. He highlights that while modern perceptions often sensationalize her life and poetry, historical perspectives celebrate her artistry and enduring impact on poetic tradition. Overall, the initial chapter lays the groundwork for a deeper exploration of Sappho's contributions to literature and the complexities of her persona. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 68.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Robinson, David M. (David Moore), 1880-1958
EBook No.: 61505
Published: Feb 24, 2020
Downloads: 565
Language: English
Subject: Sappho -- Influence
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.