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Greek and Latin Voices

Monday 2 June 2008 23:00-23:15 (Radio 3)

Series exploring the work of the ancient Greek lyric poet Sappho.

Duration:

15 minutes

Playlist:

1/4. Professor Christopher Pelling of the University of Oxford introduces the work of Sappho - regarded as the greatest female poet of ancient literature - and explains her appeal to contemporary audiences.




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