A Companion to Hellenistic Literature

2014-01-28 Literary Criticism

Author : James J. Clauss
Release : 2014-01-28
Genre : Literary Criticism
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Book Synopsis A Companion to Hellenistic Literature by : James J. Clauss

Download or read book A Companion to Hellenistic Literature written by James J. Clauss. This book was released on 2014-01-28. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Offering unparalleled scope, A Companion to Hellenistic Literature in 30 newly commissioned essays explores the social and intellectual contexts of literature production in the Hellenistic period, and examines the relationship between Hellenistic and earlier literature. Provides a wide ranging critical examination of Hellenistic literature, including the works of well-respected poets alongside lesser-known historical, philosophical, and scientific prose of the period Explores how the indigenous literatures of Hellenized lands influenced Greek literature and how Greek literature influenced Jewish, Near Eastern, Egyptian, and Roman literary works

A Companion to the Hellenistic World

2009-02-09 History

Author : Andrew Erskine
Release : 2009-02-09
Genre : History
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Download or read book A Companion to the Hellenistic World written by Andrew Erskine. This book was released on 2009-02-09. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Covering the period from the death of Alexander the Great to the celebrated defeat of Antony and Cleopatra at the hands of Augustus, this authoritative Companion explores the world that Alexander created but did not live to see. Comprises 29 original essays by leading international scholars. Essential reading for courses on Hellenistic history. Combines narrative and thematic approaches to the period. Draws on the very latest research. Covers a broad range of topics, spanning political, religious, social, economic and cultural history.

A Companion to Greek Literature

2015-08-12 Literary Criticism

Author : Martin Hose
Release : 2015-08-12
Genre : Literary Criticism
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Book Synopsis A Companion to Greek Literature by : Martin Hose

Download or read book A Companion to Greek Literature written by Martin Hose. This book was released on 2015-08-12. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Companion to Greek Literature presents a comprehensive introduction to the wide range of texts and literary forms produced in the Greek language over the course of a millennium beginning from the 6th century BCE up to the early years of the Byzantine Empire. Features contributions from a wide range of established experts and emerging scholars of Greek literature Offers comprehensive coverage of the many genres and literary forms produced by the ancient Greeks—including epic and lyric poetry, oratory, historiography, biography, philosophy, the novel, and technical literature Includes readings that address the production and transmission of ancient Greek texts, historic reception, individual authors, and much more Explores the subject of ancient Greek literature in innovative ways

The Cambridge Companion to the Hellenistic World

2006-05-01 History

Author : Glenn R. Bugh
Release : 2006-05-01
Genre : History
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Download or read book The Cambridge Companion to the Hellenistic World written by Glenn R. Bugh. This book was released on 2006-05-01. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This Companion volume offers fifteen original essays on the Hellenistic world and is intended to complement and supplement general histories of the period from Alexander the Great to Kleopatra VII of Egypt. Each chapter treats a different aspect of the Hellenistic world - religion, philosophy, family, economy, material culture, and military campaigns, among other topics. The essays address key questions about this period: To what extent were Alexander's conquests responsible for the creation of this new 'Hellenistic' age? What is the essence of this world and how does it differ from its Classical predecessor? What continuities and discontinuities can be identified? Collectively, the essays provide an in-depth view of a complex world. The volume also provides a bibliography on the topics along with recommendations for further reading.

A Companion to Greek Literature

2020-02-11 Literary Criticism

Author : Martin Hose
Release : 2020-02-11
Genre : Literary Criticism
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Download or read book A Companion to Greek Literature written by Martin Hose. This book was released on 2020-02-11. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Companion to Greek Literature presents a comprehensive introduction to the wide range of texts and literary forms produced in the Greek language over the course of a millennium beginning from the 6th century BCE up to the early years of the Byzantine Empire. Features contributions from a wide range of established experts and emerging scholars of Greek literature Offers comprehensive coverage of the many genres and literary forms produced by the ancient Greeks—including epic and lyric poetry, oratory, historiography, biography, philosophy, the novel, and technical literature Includes readings that address the production and transmission of ancient Greek texts, historic reception, individual authors, and much more Explores the subject of ancient Greek literature in innovative ways

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