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The article examines the traditions and contexts in hellenistic poetry. Topics discussed include issues related to dating of the poem 'Catalepton 9' and its poem's authorship, the identity of the addressee, and its chronological relation to other texts; the close textual similarities of the poem with the Eclogues; and literary aspect of the poem.

An essay is presented on the works of German philosopher Hans-Georg Gadamer and the Greek poet Giorgos Seferis that are perceived to show concern regarding the problem of classical reception. It argues that both writers felt it important to connect the modern reader with ancient Greece poetry. It cites Gadamer's views against certain contemporary trends in support of the historical tradition in "Truth and Method" and similarly, Seferis' work in "Dialogue on Poetry: What is Meant by Hellenism."

This article discusses the Hesiodic character of the Metamorphoses vis-à-vis the Homeric character of the Aeneid, taking as a case study the tale of Atalanta. On the one hand I focus on the intertextual dialogue between Homeric and Hesiodic epic, on the other I argue that the interplay between the Iliad and the Catalogue of Women (also known as theEhoiai) is reflected in Ovid's Atalanta as a juxtaposition between the Aeneid and the Metamorphoses. Ovid's references to the Catalogue, which have not been noticed by critics, evoke an intergeneric discourse between martial epic and ehoie-poetry. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This article discusses the Hesiodic character of the Metamorphoses vis-à-vis the Homeric character of the Aeneid, taking as a case study the tale of Atalanta. On the one hand I focus on the intertextual dialogue between Homeric and Hesiodic epic, on the other I argue that the interplay between the Iliad and the Catalogue of Women (also known as theEhoiai) is reflected in Ovid's Atalanta as a juxtaposition between the Aeneid and the Metamorphoses. Ovid's references to the Catalogue, which have not been noticed by critics, evoke an intergeneric discourse between martial epic and ehoie-poetry. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article discusses the techniques used by poet Posidippus in writing the collection of poems known as "Lithika." It discusses the two main themes of Lithika such as beauty and craftsmanship of the gems and the manner in which they are perceived. It cites the two main poetic techniques employed by the author and how the techniques used bind the collection of poems into a ring composition. Moreover, the author considers Lithika as an appropriate introduction to Posidippean art and aesthetics in its historical context.

Comments on a passage from "Iliad 24.649." Textual analysis; Translation and interpretation; Implications on studies of classical literature.

Comments on a passage from "Agamemnon 72-5," by Aeschylus. Textual analysis; Translation and interpretation; Implications on studies of classical literature.

Examines passages from the poem, "Alexandra," which is ascribed to the Hellenistic poet Lycophron, and its portrayal of a theme in Graeco-Egyptian mythology concerning Io and Isis. Textual analysis; Translation and interpretation; Implications on studies of classical Greek literature.

Examines passages from the poem, "Peace," by Aristophanes. Textual analysis; Translation and interpretation; Implications on studies of classical Greek literature.

Examines passages from the poem, "Trachiniae," by Sophocles. Textual analysis; Translation and interpretation; Implications on studies of classical Greek literature.

Examines passages from the eighth "Olympian," by Pindar in which the author recounts a story of Aeacus being summoned from Aegina to Troy by Apollo and Poseidon to help in the construction of the city fortifications. Textual analysis; Translation and interpretation; Implications on studies of classical Greek literature.

The article discusses early modern reception to Greek texts. The author states that during the Renaissance, the Greek writers most read were usually post-classical such as Plato and Aristotle. The article also discusses the Renaissance Hellenists, views on Greek poetry by Italian literary scholars, and how Greek texts are promoted in Italy, Ireland, and England.

The article presents abstracts on topics about ancient Greek literature which include the poems of Pindar and Bacchylides, the encounter between Solon and Croesus in Herodotus, and the role played by Solon in 5th century political oratory.