person
Calliope
also: Каллиопа
Chief of the nine Greek Muses, patron of epic poetry; asked here to strip away the poet's talent so long as his pay per line rises.
Reading notes
- Modern Prayers §5 Calliope, muse of epic poetry
Chief of the nine Muses, patron of epic poetry; the poet asks her to strip away his talent and inspiration so long as his pay per line goes up.