Sappho by Mary Barnard, Sappho, Dudley Fitts

124 pages first pub 600 (editions)

nonfiction classics lgbtqia+ poetry challenging reflective medium-paced
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These hundred poems and fragments constitute virtually all of Sappho that survives and effectively bring to life the woman whom the Greeks consider to be their greatest lyric poet. Mary Barnard's translations are lean, incisive, direct--the best e...

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Moods

emotional 79%
reflective 68%
relaxing 41%
inspiring 27%
lighthearted 24%
challenging 17%
funny 13%
hopeful 13%
adventurous 10%
mysterious 10%
sad 10%
informative 3%

Pace

fast 68%
slow 20%
medium 10%

Average rating

4.25

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