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Classic and Contemporary Poetry
THE IDEAL GENERAL, by ARCHILOCHUS
First Line: Not for me the general renowned nor the well-groomed dandy
Last Line: Provided he's firm on his feet and is valiant in heart.
Alternate Author Name(s): Archilochos
Subject(s): Generals
First Line: Not for me the general renowned nor the well-groomed dandy
Last Line: Provided he's firm on his feet and is valiant in heart.
Alternate Author Name(s): Archilochos
Subject(s): Generals
NOT for me the general renowned nor the well-groomed dandy,
Nor he who is proud of his curls or is shaven in part;
But give me a man that is small and whose legs are bandy,
Provided he's firm on his feet and is valiant in heart.
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