Theognis of Megara

Theognis of Megara (570–485) was a poet, epigrammatist and elegist.

Also recorded as Theognis.

Overview

Born at Megara in 570, died in 485.

In detail

the recorded working language is Ancient Greek.

Subjects and genres recorded for the work are gnomic poetry.

Works named in the authority record are Elegies.

Sources

Each source is named with the standing the house places on it, so the evidence can be weighed rather than taken on trust.

  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia

    “Theognis of Megara”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikidata

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q336115: Theognis of Megara

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