Anakreons sånger by Anacreon

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Author Anacreon
Translator Sjöström, Axel Gabriel, 1794-1846
Title Anakreons sånger
Credits E-text prepared by Jari Koivisto
Summary "Anakreons sånger" by Anacreon, translated by Axel Gabriel Sjöström, is a lyrical poetry collection written in the early 19th century. The book captures the essence of love, beauty, and the joys of life through the lens of ancient Greek themes. It reflects Anacreon's focus on romantic and hedonistic pleasures, appealing to those who appreciate poetry steeped in classical themes. The collection consists of a series of poems that celebrate love, nature, and the fleeting happiness of life. Anacreon’s verses often feature playful interactions with love and various divine beings, illustrating scenes of revelry, desire, and emotional expression. Themes of intoxication from wine and beauty are prevalent, as the speaker often engages in conversations with Eros, the god of love, and reflects on personal experiences with love and aging. Each poem threads together a vivid tapestry of imagery and emotion, inviting readers into a world where love and the beauty of life are central motifs. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Swedish
LoC Class PA: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature
Subject Anacreon -- Parodies, imitations, etc.
Subject Greek poetry -- Translations into Swedish
Category Text
EBook-No. 53842
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Feb 23, 2017
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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