One of my favourite ancient texts (particularly Idylls 2, 15, & 18). Theocritus writes beautifully about mythology, artistic and physical excellence, reverence for Ptolemy I and II, Syracuse, and the pains of love. The translator has made this text very accessible and melodic, a true act of skill!

I highly recommend this to all - it is short, precise, worded clearly, and is quite enjoyable.