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Represents the earliest account of the origin of the Greek gods, and a compendium of advice for leading a moral life, both offering insights into archaic Greek society. This translation contains a general introduction, a translator's introduction, notes, and a glossary. It is aimed at students of and specialists in classical literature.

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This Schlegel-Weinfield translation of Hesiod is superbly crafted: compelling, unforgettable poetry to be read aloud with delight and gratitude. - Allen Mandelbaum, Endowed Kenan Professor of Humanities, Wake Forest University

Theogony and Works and Days

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    A Paperback by Hesiod, Catherine Schlegel, Henry Weinfield

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      Publisher The University of Michigan Press
      Published 9/30/2006 12:00:00 AM
      ISBN-13 9780472069323
      978-0472069323
      ISBN-10 0472069322

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      Book Synopsis
      Represents the earliest account of the origin of the Greek gods, and a compendium of advice for leading a moral life, both offering insights into archaic Greek society. This translation contains a general introduction, a translator's introduction, notes, and a glossary. It is aimed at students of and specialists in classical literature.

      Trade Review
      This Schlegel-Weinfield translation of Hesiod is superbly crafted: compelling, unforgettable poetry to be read aloud with delight and gratitude. - Allen Mandelbaum, Endowed Kenan Professor of Humanities, Wake Forest University

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