Sappho by Mary Barnard, Sappho, Dudley Fitts

124 pages first pub 600 (editions)

nonfiction classics lgbtqia+ poetry challenging reflective medium-paced

Description

These hundred poems and fragments constitute virtually all of Sappho that survives and effectively bring to life the woman whom the Greeks consider to be their greatest lyric poet. Mary Barnard's translations are lean, incisive, direct--the best e...

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Moods

emotional 72%
reflective 68%
inspiring 36%
relaxing 36%
lighthearted 22%
hopeful 18%
challenging 13%
mysterious 13%
adventurous 9%
funny 4%
informative 4%
sad 4%

Pace

fast 59%
slow 22%
medium 18%

Average rating

4.25

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