Archaic Greek Literature

Archaic Greek literature refers to the earliest written works from ancient Greece, roughly from the 8th to the early 5th century BCE. It includes epic poems like Homer's *Iliad* and *Odyssey*, lyric poetry by poets such as Sappho and Pindar, and early philosophical writings. These texts reflect the culture, beliefs, and values of the Greek city-states, exploring themes like heroism, divine intervention, and human morality. Archaic Greek literature laid the foundation for later Greek literary traditions and offers valuable insights into the social and religious life of ancient Greece.