Hesiod, who lived in Boeotia in the late 8th century BC, is one of the earliest known and possibly the oldest of the Greek poets. His Theogony contains a systematic genealogy of the gods from the beginning of the world and a reference to the struggles of the Titans.

In contrast, Works and Days is a collection of moral and practical advice on agriculture, offering unique and intriguing insight into archaic Greek society. Besides providing some of the earliest known sources for the myths of Pandora, Prometheus, and the Golden Age, Hesiod's poetry offers a valuable perspective on the morals and superstitions of the society in which he lived.

Unlike Homer, Hesiod writes about himself and his family, standing out as the first personality in European literature. This new translation, from a leading expert on Hesiodic poems, combines accuracy with readability. It includes an introduction and explanatory notes.

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Pages: 112, Dimensions: 12.8x12.8cm