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The odes of Pindar

by translated, with an introduction, by C. M. Bowra (1969)

About this book

The odes of Pindar (518-438 B.C.), the most renowned of the ancient Greek poets, were choral songs extolling victories at the Games at Olympia, Delphi, Nemea, and Corinth, that covered the specturm of Greek mythological and moral belief.

Setting / LocationGlobal
Story EraModern Era
Protagonist / CoreThe odes of Pindar Lead Character

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