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“Awed by her splendor Stars near the lovely moon cover their own bright faces when she is roundest and lights earth with her silver”

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Sappho

Sappho's poetry is renowned for its exploration of love, desire, and the human experience. The collection offers a glimpse into the life and thoughts of a woman who lived in the 7th century BCE, and whose work has had a lasting impact on the development of poetry and literature. more

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Sappho
Sappho

Sappho, a renowned lyric poet from ancient Greece, lived from 625 BC to 571 BC. She is celebrated for her emotional and lyrical poetry, which has had a profound impact on the history of Greek literature. Sappho's works primarily consist of lyric poems, encompassing themes of love, nature, and philosophy, and she is considered a pioneer of lyric poetry in ancient Greece. more

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