Regarded by Hellenistic scholars as one of the canonical nine lyric poets, Ibycus flourished in the second half of the sixth century BC. He composed erotic verses and lyrical narratives on mythological themes in the manner of Stesichorus. Although his verses survive today only in quotations by ancient scholars and papyrus fragments recovered from archaeological sites in Egypt, they number some of the finest examples of Greek poetry of the period. Delphi’s Ancient Classics series provides eReaders with the wisdom of the Classical world, offering both English translations and the original Greek texts. This eBook presents the fragments of Ibycus, with illustrations, informative introductions and the usual Delphi bonus material. (Version 1)

* Beautifully illustrated with images relating to Ibycus’ life and works
* Features the fragments of Ibycus, in both English translation and the original Greek
* Concise introductions to the poetry
* Includes J. M. Edmonds’ translation, previously appearing in the Loeb Classical Library
* Excellent formatting of the texts
* Easily locate the fragments you want to read with individual contents tables
* Features two biographical accounts

CONTENTS:

The Translation
The Fragments of Ibycus

The Greek Texts
List of Greek Texts

The Resources
Ibycus of Rhegium (1844) by William Smith
The Cranes of Ibycus (1914) by Jean Lang