Classical Epic : Homer and Virgil

Name: Classical Epic
Brand: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
SKU: 9781853991332
Price: 3800 KES
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ISBN: 9781853991332

by Professor Richard Jenkyns

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Format Paperback / softback

Book Series Classical World

ISBN-10 1853991333

ISBN-13 9781853991332

Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Imprint Bristol Classical Press

Country of Manufacture GB

Country of Publication GB

Publication Date Jan 1st, 1998

Print length 96 Pages

Weight 136 grams

Dimensions 21.40 x 13.60 x 0.60 cms

Product Classification: Literary studies: ancient, classical and medieval Literary studies: classical, early & medieval

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In the ancient world Homer was recognised as the fountainhead of culture. His poems, the 'Iliad' and the 'Odyssey',were universally admired as examples of great literature which couldnever be surpassed. In this study, Jenkyns re-examines the twoHomeric epics and the work that is perhaps their closest rival, Virgil's Aeneid.

In the ancient world Homer was recognised as the fountainhead of culture. His poems, the Iliad and the Odyssey, were universally admired as examples of great literature which could never be surpassed. In this study, Richard Jenkyns re-examines the two Homeric epics and the work that is perhaps their closest rival, the Aeneid of Virgil. A wide range of topics is covered, including chapters on heroism and tragedy in the Iliad, morality in the Odyssey and Virgil's skilful reworking of elements from the two earlier epics. Essential reading for those who are unfamiliar with the works of Homer and Virgil, the author's lively and provocative approach will also appeal to more experienced scholars of classical literature.

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