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Sappho: One Hundred Lyrics

by Bliss Carman

In the realm of literature, few names evoke such enduring fascination as Sappho, the enigmatic Greek poet whose verses have captivated and inspired readers for millennia. In Bliss Carman's "Sappho: One Hundred Lyrics," the essence of this extraordinary poet is captured in a collection of 100 poems that reimagine and celebrate her life and work. Through Carman's masterful translations and original compositions, readers are transported to the world of Sappho, a world of love, beauty, desire, and loss. The poems explore the poet's passionate and complex emotions, her deep connection to nature, and her profound understanding of the human condition.

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Language

English

Original Language

English

Published In

1904

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William Bliss Carman was a Canadian poet who lived most of his life in the United States, where he achieved international fame. He was acclaimed as Canada's poet laureate during his later years. In Ca...

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