The Complete Poems of Sappho

In this vivid translation, acclaimed poet Willis Barnstone captures the thrilling lyric verse of Sappho, the greatest Greek love poet.

Sappho has captivated generations with a passion and wonder that transcends time. Known for her revealing and intimate love poems, Sappho’s expressions of love, longing, pain, and pleasure made her one of history’s most renowned poets.

After 2,600 years, what remains of Sappho’s poetry are mere fragments. Only a handful of complete poems survive. Yet from the...