[ΠΙΝΔΑΡΟΣ] CHABANON M., ”LES ODES PYTHIQUES DE PINDARE, Traduites, Avec des Remarques”, a Paris: Chez Lacombe, 1772. In 12mo, p. 346,[2]. First edition of these translations, with Greek and French text printed opposite, and extensive notes. Pindar, Greek author of the 5th century BC, remains the most famous lyric poet, who was rediscovered at the end of the 18th century and the beginning of the 19th. The translator and commentator, Michel-Paul-Gui de Chabanon (1730-1792), was an accomplished violinist and music theorist, as well as occasional poet, dramatist, and translator. He was among Voltaires correspondents, and his translations were well-received in some circles. Half leather bound with gilt decoration to spine (red Morocco label), carton boards, slight edgewear. Clean and sound inside, light foxing, red spotted edges. Former owner’s signature on title page. Very Good copy.