"The Odes of Casimire, Translated by G. Hils" by Maciej Kazimierz Sarbiewski is a journey into 17th-century lyrical poetry, where classical artistry meets spiritual depth. Sarbiewski, a celebrated neo-Latin poet, melds Horatian grace with Christian themes, inviting readers to explore rich imagery and timeless philosophical ideas. The book starts with insights from the translator and an exploration of Sarbiewski as a Polish Jesuit, whose odes blend classical references with Christian beliefs, and thoughtful reflections on life, nature, and destiny. The opening stanzas paint vivid pictures of peaceful nature scenes and explore philosophical questions around human fortune, setting the stage for the lyrical beauty that unfolds throughout the collection.
The Odes of Casimire, Translated by G. Hils
By Maciej Kazimierz Sarbiewski
Step back in time and ponder elegant verses where lush nature inspires questions of fate, fortune, and the meaning of existence.
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About the AuthorMaciej Kazimierz Sarbiewski, was a Polish poet. He is considered Europe's most prominent Latin poet of the 17th century, and a renowned theoretician of poetics.
Maciej Kazimierz Sarbiewski, was a Polish poet. He is considered Europe's most prominent Latin poet of the 17th century, and a renowned theoretician of poetics.
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