The Song of songs : the world's first great love poem

Name: The Song of songs : the world's first great love poem
ISBN: 9780812976205

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2006272 pagesModern Library

This scholarly work offers a comprehensive analysis of 'The Song of Songs,' exploring its historical context, literary artistry, and enduring themes of love and desire. Through meticulous translation and insightful commentary, it illuminates the complexities of this ancient Hebrew poem. The authors provide a fresh perspective on one of the world's oldest and most celebrated love poems.

Avg. reading time: 4h 57m
Prose complexity: 7/10

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Ariel Bloch

Ariel Bloch is the author of The Song of Songs: The World's First Great Love Poem. His work presents this ancient text as a powerful and timeless example of love poetry.

Chana Bloch

Chana Bloch was a poet and translator known for her distinctive voice. Her original collections include "Mrs. Dumpty" and "The Past Keeps Changing." She also translated "The Song of Songs," bringing a fresh perspective to ancient texts.

Robert Alter

Robert Alter is a literary critic and Hebrew Bible scholar. He is widely recognized for his translations of biblical texts, most notably The Song of Songs: The World's First Great Love Poem.

Stephen Mitchell

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