A daring and controversial poem from one of the greatest classical writers of all time, exploring the taboo subject of incest in the context of ancient Greek myth. Gresham's sensitive and nuanced translation is illuminated by Grosart's detailed notes, making this a must-read for lovers of poetry and of classical literature.

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