And who its author. Yet would I inquire

Not who, but which he is. Speak quickly, then.640

Messenger: There is upon the lofty citadel

A part of Pelops' house that fronts the south,

Whose farther side lifts up its massive walls

To mountain heights; for so the reigning king

May better sway the town, and hold in check

The common rabble when it scorns the throne.

Within this palace is a gleaming hall,645

So huge, it may a multitude contain;