Idylls by Theocritus

Idylls

Theocritus with Anthony Verity (Translator), Richard Hunter (Contributor)

114 pages first pub -270 (editions)

fiction classics poetry challenging informative reflective slow-paced
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A key figure in the development of Western literature, the Greek poet Theocritus of Syracuse, was the inventor of "bucolic" or pastoral poetry in the first half of the third century BC. These vignettes of country life, which center on competitions...

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Community Reviews Summary of 55 reviews

Moods

reflective 100%
informative 80%
challenging 40%
lighthearted 40%
relaxing 40%
dark 20%
emotional 20%
inspiring 20%
mysterious 20%
tense 20%

Pace

fast 40%
slow 40%
medium 20%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 50% | N/A: 50%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 50% | N/A: 50%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 50%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 50% | It's complicated: 50%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 100%

Average rating

3.92

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