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"Les Chansons de Bilitis" is a collection of erotic poems and prose poetry written by the French author Pierre Louÿs. First published in 1894, it is presented as a fictional rediscovery of ancient Greek poetry attributed to the fictional character Bilitis, a contemporary of the famous Greek poet Sappho. The work is known for its sensuous and lyrical exploration of themes related to love, desire, and female sensuality. It often portrays same-sex love and desire, and it is celebrated for its evocative and sensual language. The poems and prose pieces are set in an ancient Greek context and celebrate the beauty of women and the pleasures of love. Pierre Louÿs' "Les Chansons de Bilitis" is considered a significant work in the realm of French erotic literature and is admired for its vivid and artistic expression of desire and passion.
