Sappho (poet)

Sappho was an ancient Greek poet, active around 600 BCE on the island of Lesbos. She is renowned for her lyric poetry, which often explores themes of love, beauty, and personal relationships, particularly between women. Her work is characterized by its emotional depth and innovative use of language and meter. Although much of her poetry survives only in fragments, Sappho's influence on literature is profound, and she is considered one of the greatest poets of antiquity. Today, she is celebrated for her artistic expression and remains an important figure in discussions of gender and sexuality in literature.