Epic poem · 1914

The Shield of Heracles

by Hesiod

Translated by Hugh G. Evelyn-White (1914)

An epic fragment on Heracles’ duel with the brigand Cycnus, built around a long description of the hero’s richly decorated shield and traditionally, though doubtfully, attributed to Hesiod.

Contents · 4 parts

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