![]() ![]() Explanatory notes help the reader to navigate Pindar's sometimes compressed and allusive expressive technique.Ībout the Series: For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the broadest spectrum of literature from around the globe. The text is complemented by a succinct introduction by Stephen Instone outlining the essential nature of Pindar's Odes as well as explaining the nature of the Games, the events,Īnd the participants. Pindar's startling use of language, including striking metaphors, bold syntax, and enigmatic expressions, makes reading his poetry a uniquely rewarding experience.Īnthony Verity's lucid translations stay as close as they can to the original Greek, without sacrificing readability. ![]() Perseus and Medusa, and are a valuable source for insights on Greek religion and ethics. The Odes contain versions of some of the best known Greek myths, such as Jason and the Argonauts, and Pindar praises the victor by comparing him to mythical heroes and the gods, but also reminds the athlete of his human limitations. Their poetic qualities, but for what they tell us about the Games. He celebrated the victories of athletes competing in foot races, horse races, boxing, wrestling, all-in fighting and the pentathlon, and his Odes are fascinating not only for ![]() 518-428 BC) composed victory odes for winners in the ancient Games, including the Olympics. ![]()
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