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Fragmenta... presents a compilation of the surviving fragments attributed to Alcman, an early Greek lyric poet. This collection, edited by Friedrich Gottlieb Welcker, offers invaluable insights into the development of Greek choral lyric and the cultural context of ancient Sparta. Written in Latin, this scholarly edition provides a detailed examination of Alcman's poetic fragments, allowing readers to engage with the poet's work and the challenges of reconstructing ancient texts. The volume includes critical apparatus and commentary intended to aid in understanding the linguistic nuances and historical significance of the fragments. It remains an essential resource for scholars and students interested in classical literature, Greek poetry, and the textual history of ancient works. This edition serves as a testament to the enduring appeal of Alcman's poetry and its importance in the broader history of Western literature. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for bei