I had never heard of Sappho and this poem before, so I found this very informational. I think it's interesting that she never recorded any of her work herself. I agree with you and think that the "Hymn to Aphrodite" should be preserved because it is one of the first lyric poems and it shows so much emotion in it. If Sappho's work still inspires writers today, her work deserves to be preserved. Have you read any other Sappho poems or just this one?