“Servants, when their lords no longer sway, Their minds no more to righteous courses bend.”
Quote by Homer
Work
Delphi Poetry Anthology: The World's Greatest Poems
This anthology gathers poetic works that span different eras and literary traditions, bringing together verses that have contributed significantly to the global poetic heritage. The collection aims to showcase pieces characterized by their expressive language, emotional depth, and artistic craftsmanship. As an anthology bearing the Delphi designation, it follows a publishing approach common to reference and literary collections that compile works across diverse sources. The selection contains poetry reflecting multiple cultures, time periods, and stylistic approaches. Due to the nature of such compilations, the specific contents may vary across different editions and printings. more
Author
Homer
Homer, according to limited information, was an ancient Greek poet, credited with authorship of the epic poems 'The Iliad' and 'The Odyssey'. His biography is not well-documented, with the exact dates of his birth and death unknown. His works have had a profound impact on Western literature. more
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