About “Works and Days”
Works and Days is a didactic poem written by the ancient Greek poet Hesiod around 700 BC. It is composed in 828 lines of dactylic hexameter. The poem serves as a guide for agricultural practices, with Hesiod instructing his brother Perses on farming techniques and seasonal tasks. It combines practical advice with moral reflections, offering guidance on how to live a just and productive life. The work reflects the values and daily life of early Greek society. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.)
Book details
- Published
- 1923
- Latest edition
- 1997 · ISBN 9780520203839
- ISBN
- 9780520203846
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| Cover | Edition | Year | ISBN | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Works and Days | 1997 | 9780520203839 | Buy on Amazon |
 | Works & days | 1996 | 0198140053 | Buy on Amazon |
| Works and days | 1979 | 040511446X | Buy on Amazon | |
| Works & days | 1978 | 0198140053 | Buy on Amazon | |
 | Works and Days | 1923 | 9780520203846 | Buy on Amazon |
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How many pages is Works and Days?
Works and Days by Hesiod has 100 pages.
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